Our office has access to all of the following curriculum listed. Some of these we already have on inventory in our office. Others, we would have to schedule or order. Click on a title that interests you for a description of the curriculum. If you would like to schedule a curriculum packet or module, click here for information on how to contact our office.
The 4-H Cooperative Curriculum System provides curriculum nationally for a nominal fee. Materials are available on the following topics:
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Curriculum Descriptions
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4-H County Government Guide enables students to attain a broad knowledge of the origin, purpose and structure of county government in Texas. Additional topics include law enforcement, the judicial system, county finances, the election process, and specific facts about individual counties in Texas. Grades 9-12
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The 3 R's of the Trash Story is a series of 31 lessons through which students acquire an awareness of the problems associated with solid waste, their role in contributing to these problems, and gain a basic understanding of a four-pronged approach to solid waste management. Students also have the opportunity to prioritize options in solving the solid waste problem and are encouraged to identify and implement specific actions using the four-pronged approach to solve local solid waste problems. Grades 4-5
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Give Water a Hand tells young people about water. It asks them, "Do you want to keep animals, birds and fish healthy? Do you want to be sure that water is safe to drink? Do you want to make sure there is plenty of water? Do you like to have fun with water? Do you care about water in your neighborhood?" This curriculum allows them to investigate water in their communities and see how their actions make a difference. It incorporates mapping exercises, community service project ideas, and numerous small projects. Grades K-12
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Snackin' Healthy combines basic nutrition education with simple food preparation and safety principles while students learn the importance of eating a healthy diet. The packet includes a teachers guide, master copies of student materials, and food cards that can be used with the game board that doubles as the folder for the curriculum materials. Grades K-2
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Toothfully Speaking is a series of six lessons through which students learn about their teeth, the causes of dental decay, flouridation, and the role of the dentist. Grades 3-5
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Resource Guide to Health Careers profiles 16 health career clusters and 64 selected health careers. The curriculum guide also provides information on health related materials (video and print media) available for loan through a resource library. Information and annotations of other available resources are also included. Additional information on Health Career Associations, and personal inventory test instruments are included in the guide. Grades 8-12
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It's Up to Me is designed to enhance self-perceptions. By using the activities in these two guides students learn how to accept themselves and others. Additional lessons focus on communication with others, making decisions, setting goals, solving problems, and getting along with others. These curriculum guides are divided into three age groups K-2, 3-8, and 9-12. Activities are based on the current research and keyed to the essential elements.
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4-H After School is designed to provide 5 to 12 year olds with hands on learning experiences. The series including a management manual, two curriculum guides and a self-care manual. The curriculum manuals are arranged into 19 units that focus on a variety of themes. The learning activities are non-competitive and provide opportunities for reflection and self-direction. Grades 1-6.
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High School Financial Planning is a six-part series in which students learn personal financial management concepts through practical application exercises that relate these concepts to their everyday lives. Specific topics include earning income, credit and the time value of money, budgets, savings and projecting finances into the future. Grades 7-12
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Talking with T.J. (Teamwork) is a program designed to prepare children in grades 2 through 4 to interact in a culturally diverse society. Using a creative mix of videos and hands-on activities, the program teaches teamwork skills of planning, cooperation and appreciation of differences.
Talking with T.J. (Conflict Resolution) is a program designed and recommended for teaching 2nd through 4th grades to resolve conflicts with peers without using violence. Through this program children learn important skills of managing anger and chosing alternatives to violence, respecting different points of view when trying to resolve a problem, and using friendly words, rather than fighting words, to communicate feelings and ideas. The series includes a Leader Guide, Conflict Resolution video tape, Power Phase posters, Trouble Shooters poster and copies of "Talking with T.J." handouts for children to take home.
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Consumer Critters--Six colorful critters help teach "rookie consumers" the skills they will need throughout their lives to make the best use of their resources. The hands on lesson plans teach about need and wants; how the market place works; how we spend; share and save our money, about consumer rights and responsibilities; deciding what they want from a product and how to amek environmentally wise decisions when they buy. The packet includes a training video on how to use the curriculum. Grades 3-5
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The PACE-Setters (Preventive Adolescent Crime Education) program is designed to be a crime-prevention curriculum that includes involvement by the school, the community and the individual student. The curriculum can be adapted to meet the needs of the teacher's schedule: it can be used as a comprehensive, sequential study or as stand-alone sections to support what is currently being taught in the classroom. Units include: vandalism, personal protection, home security, rural crime, understanding laws and fire safety. Grades 4-5
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Me, Inc. focuses on career awareness and workforce preparation skills. The curriculum consists of 149 lesson plans to help young people understand the career selection processes, explore work ethics and learn the importance of academic preparation in developing workforce competencies. Me, Inc. also includes a "how to" approach to building partnerships and collaborations. (280 pages in a loose leaf binder) Grades Pre-K through 6
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Texans Building Character is a curriculum designed to teach and promote character values in youth of all ages. The progam is centered on six basic pillars of character. They are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
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Plant Pals is designed to provide developmentally appropriate horticulture experiences for children ages 5 through 8. Activities are designed to increase social interaction and provide for a great degree of success and achievement. Youth will perceive themselves as responsible, nurturing and productive individuals. Through a variety of experiences, students learn to take advantage of their curiosity and excitement for learning by engaging them in hands-on horticultural experiences.
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Junior Master Gardener (Level 1) is a program where children can explore their world through meaningful activities that encourage leadership development, personal pride, responsibility and community involvement. They also can develop critical thinking skills and the ability to identify community concerns and address them through individual group projects. The program incorporates community and volunteer service within the following eight units: Plant Growth and Development, Environmental Horticulture Ecology, Fruits and Nuts, Landscape Design, Soils and Water, Insects and Diseases, Vegetables and Herbs, Life Skills and Career Exploration. Grades 3-5 (JMG web site)
Junior Master Gardener level 2 (grades 6-8) and level 3 (grades 9-12) are currently being developed.
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Blue Sky Below My Feet is an aerospace project that introduces students in grades 3-5 to the world of science and technology by using features from the space shuttle program as working models. Resources unclude a teacher guide and supporting videos featuring space shuttle astronauts discussing the forces, fibers, and foods associated with the space shuttle. These videos are available for purchase at an additional cost or for loan. Grades 3-5
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Early Dreamers is an aerospace project that introduces students in grades K-2 to the workld of science and technology. Resources include a teacher guide with detailed lesson plans and activities. Supporting video tapes illustrating the effects of gravity by using toys are available for loan or purchase. Grades K-2
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Food & Fiber emphasizes agriculture, the second largest commodity-based industry in Texas. It is important for students to understand how agriculture affects their lives. Through this series of lessons, students learn about the production cycles for 10 major commodities in Texas, the economic impact of agriculture on the Texas economy and the career opportunities associated with agriculture. Grades 7-8
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Hatching in the Classroom (Egg to Chick) is a 21-25 day project which teaches youth the basics of embryological development. Materials are available which include lesson plans, film, incubator, and thermometer. There is also an imformative video that includes topics on Chick Embryo Development, The Incredible Egg Making Machine, The Wonder Egg, and Embryology. This program should be coordinated through our Extension Office. Grades 3-8 Embryology resources for teachers
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Ag in the Classroom teaches students about varous facets of food and fiber production. It also teaches about the contribution of agriculture to the lifestyle of people throughout the world. The material is a Texas Agriculture Resource Guide sponsored by the Texas Farm Bureau. Grades 1-4
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Africanized Honey Bees is intended to educate grammar school children about honey bees, particularly about a new bee, the Africanized honey. Although its reputation as a "killer" is exaggeraed, the Africanized honey bee does present a safety concern in those areas where it has become established. One of the four lessons teaches children "How to Avoid Problems with Africanized Bees". Each of the plans contains background text and a teaching outline. Additional materials may be obtained for a minimal charge by calling: Bee Kits, News and Public Affairs; Department of Agriculture Communications at (409) 845-2895. Grades K-4
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White-tailed Deer is a multimedia module to teach third graders about wildlife and wildlife habitat in general and white-tailed deer specifically. The module consists of a hands-on display, lesson activities and videos. Pre-test and post-test methodology is used to measure program impact. Grade 3 Click here to learn more
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Wildlife Success Stories and Endangered Species is a multimedia module targeting third graders with information on wildlife species that have been recovered through management. The module also discusses endangered species, their status and recovery efforts. The module consists of a display, computer program, lesson activities and videos. Pre-test and post-test methodology is used to measure program impact. Click here to learn more. Grade 3
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Something's Fishy is a multimedia module targeting fourth graders with information on aquatic science, aquaculture, sport fishing, water quality and water conservation. The module consists of a display, computer program, lesson activities, videos and water test kits. Pre-test and post-test methodology is used to measure program impact. Click here to learn more. Grade 4
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Predators in the Classroom targets fourth graders with information regarding the biological and social impact of predators in Texas. This multimedia module consists of a display, interactive computer program, video and lesson plans. Pre-test and post-test methodology is used to measure program impact. Grade 4
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The Honey Files: A Bee's Life is a curriculum created by the National Honey Board to teach youth (grades 4-6) just about everything involving a bee's life. The curriculum incorporates math, science, geography, and biology concepts.
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