Wayne County 4-H/FFA Fairbook - Human Development

The term Human Development includes Childcare, Family Life, Personal Development, and Character Development.

General Information:

A. 4-H members of any age may enroll in any of the Child Development Projects. A member may exhibit one article under each class number.

B. INFORMATION SHEETS: Complete an information sheet for each exhibit in classes 1-6 & 8. Final ribbon placing of the exhibit will include the completeness and accuracy of the information sheet. (Data Tag or answer the questions below). 

Information Sheet for classes 1-6 should include:
1) Where did I get the idea for this exhibit?
2) What decisions did I make to make sure exhibit is safe for child to use?
3) What age is this toy, game or activity appropriate for and why? (Infant, Birth-18 months; Toddlers, 18 months-3 yrs; Preschoolers, 3-5 yrs; or Middle Childhood, 6-9 yrs.) 4-H members must give at least 2 examples that help in understanding the appropriateness of this exhibit for the age of the child (see project manuals). 
4) How is the toy, game, or activity intended to be used by the child?

Information Sheet for class 8 (Babysitting Kit) should include:
1) State which ONE age group (infant, toddler, preschooler, middle childhood) the kit was prepared for. 
2) What are children this age like? Give 2 examples to show how the kit would be appropriate for children this age. 
3) What will the child learn or what skills will they gain by using the kit? 
4) What item(s) were made by the 4-H member? 4-H member 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.

C. 4-H members 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

D. Scoresheets, data tag, forms, contest study materials, and additional resources can be found at https://go.unl.edu/ne4hhumandevelopmentCurriculum- Building Better Babysitters Building Better Babysitters - Facilitator Guidebook (Digital) | Nebraska Extension | UNL Marketplace & Kids on the Grow (available from National 4-H).

 Classes 001-008 – Exhibit is toy, game, or activity made for selected and identified age group. The intent is for the toy/game/activity to teach the child in the developmental are related to each class. For example, a game that is developed to help youth learn language and literacy skills would be an exhibit in class C-200-002. Each area is a different class. Information sheer required or exhibit will be lowered a ribbon placing for classes 1-6.

 Classes: 

+C-200-001 Social Emotional Development (SF30)

+C-200-002 Language and Literacy Development (SF30)

+C-200-003 Science (SF30)

+C-200-004 Health and Physical Development (SF30)

+C-200-005 Math (SF30)

+C-200-006 Creative Arts (SF30)

+C-200-007 Activity with a Younger Child (SF115) - Poster or scrapbook showing the 4-H member working with a child ages 0 to 8 years. May show making something with the child, or childcare or child interactions. May include photos, captions, story, or essay. The size of exhibit is your choice. Other people may take photos so that 4-H member can be in the photo. 4-H member must make the scrapbook or poster. No information sheet needed for class 7. 

+C-200-008 Babysitting Kit State which ONE age group (infant, toddler, preschooler, middle childhood) the kit was prepared for (SF85) - 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 the kit for combination of ages or for your own family to use. 4-H member must make one or more items in the kit, but purchased additional items are 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 child to handle. Information sheet should include: 1) State which ONE age group (infant, toddler, preschooler, middle childhood) the kit was prepared for. 2) What are children this age like? Give 2 examples to show how the kit would be appropriate for children this age. 3) What will the child learn or what skills will they gain by using the kit? 4) What item(s) were made by the 4-H member? Most importantly the kit should serve a defined purpose, not just be a catch all for several items.

+C-200-009 Family Involvement Entry (SF115) - Scrapbook, poster or story describing an activity that the family did together. It might include making something such as a doll house or feed bunk.  Items may be exhibited if desired. Other possibilities include a house or farm cleanup project, a family reunion, a celebration of a family milestone, a trip or vacation, moving, a community service project. Photographs are encouraged. Visuals should show family participation. Participation by all family members is important. Include list of family members and what each person did to participate in the event.

+C-200-010 Growing with Others Scrapbook or Poster (SF115) -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 interest. 

+C-200-011 Growing in Communities Scrapbook or Poster (SF115) -Examples: A career study. A photo story about your own growth and development, not only physically but emotionally, socially, spiritually, 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.