The term Human Development includes childcare, family life, personal development, and character development.
GENERAL INFORMATION & EXHIBITING RULES – HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
- Exhibitors in the Human Development project area will be asked to focus on designing toys/games/activities that meet the different needs of children.
- Categories are based on the Early Learning Guidelines in Nebraska, which identify the important areas in which our children should grow and develop. Use the Nebraska Department of Education website and the resources around the Early Learning Guidelines to help understand the six areas and the skills children need to develop to create your exhibit, in conjunction with your project manual. https://www.education.ne.gov/oec/early-learning-guidelines
- Toy, game, or activity made for a selected and identified age group. The intent is for the toy/game/activity to teach the child in the developmental area related to each class. For example, a game that is developed to help youth learn language and literacy skills would be an exhibit for class C200002. Each area is a different class. Information sheet required or exhibit will be dropped a ribbon placement for classes 1-6.
Information sheets for Classes 1 - 6 should include:
- Where did I get the idea for this exhibit?
- What decisions did I make to be sure the exhibit is safe for children to use?
- What age is this toy, game, or activity appropriate for, and why? (Infant, Birth-18 mos.; Toddlers, 18 mos-3 yrs.; Preschoolers, 3-5 yrs. or Middle Childhood, 6-9 yrs.) 4-H’ers must give at least 2 examples that help in understanding the appropriateness of this exhibit for the age of the child (see project manuals).
- How is the toy, game, or activity intended to be used by the child?
- Information sheet for Class 8 should include:
- State which ONE age group (infant, toddler, preschooler, middle childhood) the kit was prepared for.
- What are children this age like? Give 2 examples to show how the kit would be appropriate for children this age.
- What will the child learn, or what skills will they gain by using the kit?
- What item(s) were made by the 4-H’er? 4-H’er should make one or more items in the kit, but purchased items are also allowed. (It is highly suggested that an inventory list of items in the kit be included).
- Final ribbon placement of the exhibit will include the completeness and accuracy of the information sheet.
DEPARTMENT C - DIVISION 200 - HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Division 200 Classes 001-011 Pay Category L
| CLASS | DIVISION | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| SF)001 | Social Emotional Development (SF30) | |
| SF)002 | Language and Literacy Development (SF30) | |
| SF)003 | Science (SF30) | |
| SF)004 | Health and Physical Development (SF30) | |
| SF)005 | Math (SF30) | |
| SF)006 | Creative Arts (SF30) | |
| SF)007 | Activity With a Younger Child | Poster or scrapbook showing a 4-Her working with a child aged 0 – 8 years. May show making something with the child, child care, or child interactions. May include photos, captions, a story, or an essay. The size of the exhibit is your choice. Other people may take photos so that 4-Her can be in the photos. 4-Her must make the poster or scrapbook. No information sheet needed for Class 7. (SF115) |
| SF)008 | Babysitting Kit | The purpose of the kit is for the 4-H member to take this with them when they babysit in someone else’s home. Do not make a kit for a combination of ages or for your own family to use. 4-H members must make one or more items in the kit, but purchasing additional items is also allowed. A list of items in the kit is suggested to be included. Display in a box or bag suitable for what it contains. Approximate size not larger than 12 inches x 15 inches x 10 inches. All items in the kit must be safe for the child to handle. Most importantly, the kit should serve a defined purpose, not just be a catch-all for several items. (SF85)
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| SF)009 | Family Involvement Entry | Scrapbook, poster, or story describing an activity the family did together. It might include making something such as a doll house or feed bunk. The item may be exhibited if desired. Other possibilities include a house or farm clean-up project, a family reunion, a celebration of a family milestone, a trip or vacation, moving, or a community service project. Photographs are encouraged. Visuals should show family participation, not just the completed item. Participation by all family members is important. Include a list of family members and what each person did to participate in the event. (SF115) |
| SF)010 | Growing With Others scrapbook or poster | Examples - How to decide if it’s time you can be home alone, and related activities. How responsibilities and privileges are related. Friendships. Working with others. Understanding rules and boundaries. A family tree. A family rules chart. A family meal plan, with pictures of a special family meal. A home safety checklist. Being street smart (safety). A school scrapbook showing yourself and your school activities, memories, and special interests. (SF115) |
| SF)011 | Growing in Communities | Scrapbook or poster. Examples: A career study. A photo story about your own growth and development, not only physically but also emotionally, socially, spiritually, and mentally. A television evaluation (see project manual). How you have overcome obstacles. Friendships. A community profile. A community service project. Working with parents. Teaching experiences. Understanding discipline. Playground safety check. |