Resources

Safe Food for 4-H Events

Published on July 9, 2025
This document is designed to provide information and education for 4-H staff, volunteers and youth who are coordinating and participating in food events sponsored by 4-H.
Financial Manual for 4-H Volunteers

Published on August 1, 2024
A guide to financial accountability for 4-H volunteers.
Financial Manual for 4-H Treasurers

Published on August 1, 2024
A guide to managing money wisely for 4-H treasurers.
Michigan 4-H Member's Personal Portfolio (4H1192)

Published on November 9, 2022
The Michigan 4-H Member's Personal Portfolio is designed to help 4-H members keep track of all of the things they have done and learned in 4-H over the course of their 4-H careers.
Heads In, Hearts In: Why I Love You

Published on September 30, 2020
In this activity, you will think about all the reasons you love the child and share those reasons with them. Communicating how you feel is a way to show the child that you love them unconditionally and will help the child understand their self-worth
Michigan 4-H Enrollment

Published on September 1, 2020
Learn the steps to take after selecting a Michigan 4-H club.
Keeping Youth Safe Virtually: Best Practices

Published on June 18, 2020
When engaging youth in virtual learning experiences, it is important to consider youth safety. These best practices should be considered by youth as they engage in online experiences, as well as parents, guardians, volunteers and other adults.
4-H Nature Connections: Making a Paper Bag Journal - Nature Journaling

Published on April 15, 2020
MSU Extension provides an opportunity for youth to make their own personal paper bag journal
Managing Youth Stress

Published on March 27, 2020
MSU Extension provides the opportunity for people to understand and help the youth with managing stressful moments within their life.
Keeping Kids Safe: Ages 12-17

Published on November 7, 2019
This resource introduces key concepts and age-appropriate activities for youth ages 12-17 that can be used to help protect children from child sexual abuse and help them build skills and knowledge that will reduce their risk of being victimized.