4-H in the Classroom
Nebraska 4-H school enrichment programs are learning experiences delivered to youth in cooperation with public or private schools during school hours. These programs, delivered by 4-H staff, trained volunteers or teachers, engage youth in hands-on learning opportunities that support the school curriculum. Youth do not need to be an enrolled 4-H member to participate in 4-H in the classroom.
Lincoln Public Schools (LPS), Lancaster County schools, private schools and homeschool learning communities have integrated 4-H in the classroom programs. These programs meet LPS, Nebraska and/or national education standards. Teachers consistently give these programs excellent reviews! Of the programs which give pre- and post-evaluations, students show significant improvements in knowledge.
LANCASTER COUNTY 4-H IN THE CLASSROOM PROGRAMS
Embryology & EGG Cam
3RD GRADE
Started in Lincoln classrooms in 1975, students learn about embryonic development and the life cycle during the 21-day incubation process of chicken eggs.
iGrow: Nebraska, Corn & STEM!
K–12TH GRADE
Students learn more about corn, one of Nebraska's top agricultural industries. The program includes a display, worksheets and/or classroom presentation with corn germination experiment.
Nutrition Kits
K–5TH GRADE
Classroom kits include lessons and supplies for grade-specific, hands-on learning activities to teach students about health, nutrition and physical activity.
Connecting the Dots
9TH–10TH GRADE
Lancaster County 4-H offers local schools a full-day college & career readiness program. Schools have hosted this event in gymnasiums, auditoriums and classrooms. Students complete a career-cluster activity prior to attending and then work in teams of two or three based on career interest.
Ag Literacy Festival
4TH–5TH GRADE
This one-day field trip (offered three different days) at the Sandhills Global Event Center features interactive stations to help students gain a greater understanding of agriculture and how it impacts their daily lives.
Homeschool Programs
K–6TH GRADE
Lancaster County 4-H offers hands-on activities and programs to a variety of homeschool learning communities.
