Resources

4-H Science Blast Activities: Photosynthesis

Published on November 2, 2026
Learners explore photosynthesis and how plants convert sunlight into stored energy. They will identify factors that affect photosynthesis, conduct an experiment using the scientific process, and suggest future investigations.
4-H Science Blast Activities: Build a Salad with Plant Parts

Published on November 2, 2026
Learners explore the structures and functions of plants, including roots, stems, leaves, flowers and fruits. They will learn how each plant part contributes to growth, survival and reproduction and correctly identify each part.
4-H Science Blast Activities: Walk in a Bag

Published on October 30, 2026
When weather prevents an outdoor nature walk, bring nature indoors! By collecting natural items from a single outdoor area, students can explore the local ecosystem and learn to identify trees, plants and wildlife through hands-on activities.
4-H Science Blast Activities: Biofuel Blast

Published on October 30, 2026
Learners explore how yeast breaks down sugar through fermentation to produce carbon dioxide, using a hands-on experiment to observe, measure and compare results while learning how plant materials can be converted into biofuels.
Michigan 4-H Advisory Council Responsibilities, Best Practices & Requirements

Published on June 18, 2026
County 4-H boards and committees have many of the same responsibilities as a county Council, however, their responsibilities typically relate to a specific program or project area.
Financial Manual for 4-H Volunteers

Published on August 1, 2024
A guide to financial accountability for 4-H volunteers.
Financial Manual for 4-H Treasurers

Published on August 1, 2024
A guide to managing money wisely for 4-H treasurers.
Michigan 4-H Member's Personal Portfolio (4H1192)

Published on November 9, 2022
The Michigan 4-H Member's Personal Portfolio is designed to help 4-H members keep track of all of the things they have done and learned in 4-H over the course of their 4-H careers.
4-H Animal Science Everywhere: Creating and Evaluating Steaks

Published on June 10, 2020
MSU Extension provides youth an exciting opportunity to learn and understand about steaks.
4-H Animal Science Anywhere: Locating Common Bones

Published on June 10, 2020
MSU Extension offers youth an exciting opportunity to learn and understand common animal bones