Illustrated Presentation (SF65)
An Illustrated Presentation is a live presentation with a formal talk where youth will use visual aids (such as props, posters, computer-based visuals, handouts, video, etc.) to show and tell others how to do something. The judge views the entire presentation and engages in a question-and-answer session following the presentation.
SF) B151113 Illustrated Presentation (SF65)
Junior Division (ages 8-10)
Individual 3-5 minutes
Team 5-7 minutes
Intermediate Division (ages 11-13)
Individual 6-8 minutes
Team 8-10 minutes
Seniors (ages 14-18)
Individual 6-8 minutes
Team 8-10 minutes
Rules
A. Pre-Entry – 4-Her’s participating in the 4-H Communications Event must pre-register by contacting the Extension Office with the information required by the due date published in the 4-H Newsletter.
B. All 4-H Presentations topics should be related to what the 4-H youth is learning through 4-H educational experiences.
C. A team presentation, consisting of two (2) individuals, may be given, there is no separate class for team presentations. If team members are not in the same age division, they must compete in the age division of the oldest team member.
D. The presence of the contestant(s) is required.
E. Enrollment in the project area in which the participant is making a presentation is not required.
F. 4-H Presentations should include an introduction (the “why” portion of the topic), a body (the “show and tell” portion), and a conclusion/summary (the “what” portion of the topic).
G. Each participant is required to wear the 4-H chevron, emblem, or 4-H shirt during their presentation or appropriate dress attire.
H. Equipment provided will include two (2) tables, one (1) easel, PC compatible computer (including Microsoft PowerPoint) with a WiFi internet connection, and a television screen.
I. Presenters are expected to clean up the areas in which they work.
J. The top five contestants in the junior, intermediate and senior divisions, receiving a purple ribbon at their county contest, are eligible to participate in the state Premier Communication Event.
Check our county website for resources and more information on the presentation contest.