4-H in the Classroom

Over the past few years, the Ohio State University Extension office in Butler County has offered area educators programs that help to develop our county's youth into productive citizens. All educational services and programs originate from Ohio State University Extension and bring quality educational opportunities to our young people. Please call the Extension Office for more information on the following classroom curriculums at 513-887-3722.

Page ChickQuest: The Scientific Journey through a Life Cyle
Formerly known as the Chick Embryology Program, the cost of this program is $25.00 which covers the loan of an incubator and manual and the fertilized eggs.
Page Real Money, Real World
An active hands-on simulation that gives young people the opportunity to make lifestyle and budget choices similar to what they will need to make as adults.
Page Acres of Adventures 1
Learn-by-doing agriculture activities.
Page Acres of Adventures 2
More learn-by-doing agriculture activities.
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County 4-H News
Spending Time with Your Kids
Spending Time with Your Kids
I was having lunch with someone recently and they asked me what I like to do for fun. I stated that I just like being home with my family and during my quiet time in the mornings, I like to read and enjoy a good cup of coffee. I guess you could say that I am just a simple guy. I make my family a priority simply because in this day and time you can work every minute of the day. No matter where I travel people are scheduled to their wits end. Since school has ended and things have slowed down briefly I want to focus my article on the importance of creating quality family time during the summer.
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Summer Safety
Summer Safety
I had the pleasure of participating in the 14th Annual Fairfield Kiwanis Kids Safety Fair on May 11, 2013. My boys had a wonderful time at this event. Every day when I get home they tell me about something they learned at the safety fair. Simply by investing time with my boys they learned something in a very short time. Parents over the last few weeks I hope that you invested time in preparing your kids for summer break. By the time you read this article the school year will be over. This week I want to focus my article on summer safety for our youth.
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