- Most resources are available for purchase from your local Extension office. Those items are listed with the title of the publication, order number and price.
- Some items are available from a third party at the website listed. Those items are marked ** and available at the cost listed.
- Some items are available for free at the website listed.
- Check with your local Extension office about cost assistance.
See our 2020-21 Project Guide to select your projects
Animal Science Projects
BEEF
- LEVEL 1: Bite into Beef # BU-08143 (2005)
- LEVEL 2: Here's the Beef # BU-08144 (2005)
- LEVEL 3: Leading the Charge # BU-08145 (2005)
CATS
- LEVEL 1: Purr-fect Pals! # BU-08148 (2005)
- LEVEL 2: Climbing Up # BU-08149 (2005)
- LEVEL 3: Leaping Forward # BU-08150 (2005)
Dairy CATTLE
- LEVEL 1: Cowabunga! # BU-08161 (2005)
- LEVEL 2: Mooving Ahead # BU-08162 (2005)
- LEVEL 3: Rising to the Top # BU-08163 (2005)
Dairy Goat
- LEVEL 1: Getting Your Goat # BU-08352 (2006)
- LEVEL 2: Stepping Out # BU-08353 (2006)
- LEVEL 3: Showing the Way # BU-08354 (2006)
Dogs
- LEVEL 1: Wiggles & Wags # BU-08166 (2005)
- LEVEL 2: Canine Connection # BU-08167 (2005)
- LEVEL 3: Leading the Pack # BU-08168 (2005)
Horse
- LEVEL 1: Giddy Up & Go # BU-01518Y (2015)
- LEVEL 2: Head, Heart & Hooves # BU-08054 (2004)
- LEVEL 3: Stable Relationships # 01520Y (2015)
- LEVEL 4: Riding the Range # BU-08056 (2004)
- LEVEL 5: Jumping to New Heights # 01522Y (2015)
Meat Goats
- LEVEL 1: Just Browsing # BU-07909 (2003)
- LEVEL 2: Growing with Meat Goats # BU-07910 (2003)
- LEVEL 3: Meating the Future # BU-07911 (2003)
Poultry
- LEVEL 1: Scratching the Surface # BU-6363 (2003)
- LEVEL 2: Testing Your Wings # BU-6364 (2003)
- LEVEL 3: Flocking Together # BU-6365 (2001)
Rabbit
- LEVEL 1: What's Hoppening? # BU-08080 (2004)
- LEVEL 2: Making Tracks # BU-08081 (2004)
- LEVEL 3: All Ears! # BU-08082 (2004)
Sheep
- LEVEL 1: Rams, Lambs, & You # BU-6367 (2003)
- LEVEL 2: Shear Delight # BU-6368 (2003)
- LEVEL 3: Leading the Flock # BU-6369 (2002)
Small Pets
- LEVEL 1: Pet Pals 1 # BU-6359 (2003)
- LEVEL 2: Scurrying Ahead # BU-6360 (2002)
- LEVEL 3: Scaling the Heights # BU-6361 (2002)
- Guinea Pigs: Cavy Handbook: Guide to Guinea Pigs # 4-H 215R (2012)
Swine
- LEVEL 1: The Incredible Pig # BU-08065 (2004)
- LEVEL 2: Putting the Oink in Pig # BU-08066 (2004)
- LEVEL 3: Going Whole Hog # BU-08067 (2004)
VETERINARY Science 1
- From Airedales to Zebras # BU-08048 (2004)
VETERINARY Science 2
- All Systems GO # BU-08049 (2004)
VETERINARY Science 3
- On The Cutting Edge # BU-08050 (2004)
Special order resources for groups & leaders in animal sciences
- Embryology: Chick Quest Teacher Guide # 4-H 167GPM (2016)
- Embryology: Chick Quest Logbook # 4-H 167R (set of 25) (2016)
- Embryology: Chick 21-Day Calendar # 167P (2016)
- Beef Helper's Guide # BU-08146 (2005)
- Cat Helper's Guide # BU-08151 (2005)
- Dairy Cattle Helper's Guide # BU-08164 (2005)
- Dairy Goat Helper’s Guide # BU-08355 (2006)
- Dog Helper's Guide # BU-08169 (2005)
- Horse Helper's Guide # BU-08058 (2004)
- Horse & Horsemanship # CO 200 (2001)
- Horse Science # CO 201 (2001)
- Meat Goat Helper's Guide # BU-07912 (2003)
- Poultry Helper’s Guide # BU-6366 (1995)
- Rabbit Helper's Guide # BU-08083 (2004)
- Sheep Helper’s Guide # BU-6370 (2003)
- Small Pet Group Activity Guide # BU-6362 (2001)
- Swine Helper's Guide # BU-08068 (2004)
- Vet Science Helper’s Guide # BU-08051 (2004)
- The Normal Animal # 4H 131 (2003)
- ONLINE: Illinois 4-H Livestock Record
Career and Leadership Development Projects
CAREERS: Build Your Future
- Build Your Future Notebook # 08561 (2015)
Entrepreneurship
My Financial Future 1
- My Financial Future: Beginner # 01441Y (2015)
- Mi Futuro Economico – Nivel Principiante # 01442YES (2015)
My Financial Future 2
- My Financial Future: Advanced # 01442Y (2015)
Leadership 1
- Skills You Never Outgrow 1 # MC0630 (2009)
Leadership 2
- Skills You Never Outgrow 2 # MC0631 (2010)
Leadership 3
- Skills You Never Outgrow 3 # MC0632 (2011)
Special order resources for groups & leaders in career & leadership
- Build Your Future Facilitator Guide # 08562 (2015)
- My Financial Future: Facilitator Guide # 01443F (2015)
- Be the “E” Helper Guide # BU-08036 (2004)
Creative Arts Projects
Communications 1
- Communications Module 1 # 01508F (2016)
Communications 2
- Communications Module 2 # 01509F (2016)
Communications 3
- Communications Module 3 # 01510F (2016)
Creative Writing
- The Writer in You # 4-H 588 (2016)
Journalism
- Journalism # MB0200 (2003)
Public Speaking
- Finding Your Voice: Public Speaking # 4-H 377 (2014)
Interior Design
- Design Decisions # 4-H 1600 (2009)
Photography 1
- Focus on Photography # PC-1 (2019)
Photography 2
- Controlling the Image # PC-2 (2007)
Photography 3
- Mastering Photography # PC-3 (2007)
Theatre Arts 1
- Play the Role: Acting Activities # BU-08070 (2004)
Theatre Arts 3
- Set the Stage: Theatre Arts Stagecraft # BU-08072 (2004)
Video FILMMAKING
VISUAL ARTS: Chalk, Carbon, Pigment
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- Sketchbook Crossroads (Advanced) # BU-08140 (2005)
- Portfolio Pathways (Advanced) # BU-08141 (2005)
VISUAL ARTS: CLAY
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- Sketchbook Crossroads (Advanced) # BU-08140 (2005)
VISUAL ARTS: Computer Generated art
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- Portfolio Pathways (Advanced) # BU-08141 (2005)
VISUAL ARTS: Fiber
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- Sketchbook Crossroads (Advanced) # BU-08140 (2005)
- Exploring Fiber Arts # MF0118 (2018)
- ONLINE: Duct Tape Crafts
- ONLINE: 4-H Crochet
- ONLINE: The 4-H Crocheting Handbook
- ONLINE: Knitting Tutorials
visual arts: Food Decorating
- ONLINE: Cake Decorating
visual arts: Glass & Plastic
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- Creating Stained Glass Projects # MF0117 (2018)
visual arts: Heritage arts
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- Sketchbook Crossroads (Advanced) # BU-08140 (2005)
- ONLINE: 4-H Crochet
- ONLINE: The 4-H Crocheting Handbook
- ONLINE: Knitting Tutorials
VISUAL ARTS: Leather
- ONLINE: 4-H Leather Craft Unit 1
- ONLINE: 4-H Leather Craft Unit 2
- ONLINE: 4-H Leather Craft Unit 3-7
- ONLINE: 4-H Leather Craft Unit 8-10
VISUAL ARTS: Metal
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- ONLINE: 4-H Metal Enameling Member Guide
VISUAL ARTS: Nature
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
VISUAL ARTS: Paper
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- ONLINE: Paper Crafts
visual arts: scrapbooking
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- 4-H Scrapbooking # MF0116 (2013)
VISUAL ARTS: 3-dimensional mixed media
- Getting Started in Art (Beginner) # 4-H 592 (2012)
- Sketchbook Crossroads (Advanced) # BU-08140 (2005)
visual arts: Wood
- Getting Started in Art # 4-H 592 (2012)
Special order resources for groups & leaders in creative arts
- Imagination in Action Beginner Guide # 08445 (2013)
- Imagination in Action Inter. Guide # 08446 (2013)
- Imagination in Action Advanced Guide # 08447 (2013)
- Theatre Arts Group Helper's Guide # BU-08073 (2004)
- Leathercraft Leader’s Guide
- ONLINE: Metal Enameling Leader Guide
Environmental Sciences Projects
Entomology 1
- Teaming with Insects 1 # 08440 (2014)
Entomology 2
- Teaming with Insects 2 # 08441 (2014)
Entomology 3
- Teaming with Insects 3 # 08442 (2014)
Beekeeping 1
- ONLINE: Understanding the Honey Bee
Beekeeping 2
- ONLINE: Working with Honey Bees
Beekeeping 3
- ONLINE: Advanced Beekeeping Methods
- ONLINE: Guide to Preserving and Mounting Insects, Instructions for Insect Display Boxes, and Insect Identification Labels
Forests of Fun 1
- Follow the Path # BU-08038 (2004)
Forests of Fun 2
- Reach for the Canopy # BU-08039 (2004)
Forests of Fun 3
- Explore the Deep Woods # BU-08040 (2004)
Geology
- Introduction to the Study of the Earth # MH 0603 (2016)
Exploring Your Environment 1
- Ecosystem Services # 08410 (2010)
Exploring Your Environment 2
- Earth’s Capacity # 08411 (2010)
Natural Resources 1
- Step Into Nature # MH0101 (1999)
Natural Resources 2
- Explore the Natural World # MH0102 (1999)
Natural Resources 3
- Blaze the Trail # MH0103 (1999)
Outdoor Adventures 1
- Hiking Trails # BU-08043 (2004)
Outdoor Adventures 2
- Camping Adventures # BU-08044 (2004)
Outdoor Adventures 3
- Backpacking Expeditions # BU-08045 (2004)
Sportfishing 1
- Take the Bait # BU-07598 (2001)
Sportfishing 2
- Reel in the Fun # BU-07599 (2001)
Sportfishing 3
- Cast Into the Future # BU-07600 (2001)
Wildlife 1
- ONLINE: Wildlife 1
Wildlife 2
- ONLINE: Wildlife 2
Wildlife 3
- ONLINE: Wildlife 3
Weather 1
- Level 1: Weather and Climate Science
Weather 2
- Level 2: Weather and Climate Science
Weather 3
- Level 3: Weather and Climate Science
Special order resources for groups & leaders in ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
- Agriculture: Acres of Adventures 1 # BU-08330
- Agriculture: Acres of Adventures 2 # BU-08331
- There’s No New Water # 08420 (2010)
- Scientific Inquiry with Butterflies # MH0500 (2007)
- ONLINE: 4-H Beekeeping Helper Guide
- Entomology 1-3 Helper Guide # 08443 (2014)
- Helper’s Guide for Vegetable Gardening # BU-07166 (2004)
- Exploring Your Environment Guide # 08412 (2010)
- Outdoor Adventures Helper's Guide # BU-08046 (2004)
- Forestry Helper's Guide # BU-08041 (2004)
- Sportfishing Helpers Guide # BU-07601 (2002)
- ONLINE: 4-H Wildlife 1 Facilitator Guide
- ONLINE: 4-H Wildlife 2 Facilitator Guide
- ONLINE: 4-H Wildlife 3 Facilitator Guide
- ONLINE: Weather and Climate Science Facilitator’s Guide 1-3
Shooting Sports
All youth wishing to take a shooting sports project must be enrolled in a 4-H club under the supervision of a certified shooting sports instructor. Youth may not enroll independently.
SHOOTING SPORTS: Rifle .22 Caliber & Air Rifle
- Rifle Member Record Book # 750 (2012)
SHOOTING SPORTS: Archery
- Archery Member Record Book # 751 (2012)
SHOOTING SPORTS: Shotgun
- Shotgun Member Record Book # 752 (2011)
SHOOTING SPORTS: Air & .22 Caliber pistol
- Pistol Member Record Book # 753 (2016)
SHOOTING SPORTS: Hunting & Outdoor Skills
- Hunting/Wildlife Record Book # 754 (2014)
Special order resources for groups & leaders in ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
- Archery Instructor Manual SSA (2010)
- Rifle Instructor Manual SSR (2010)
- Shotgun Instructor Manual SSS (2010)
- Shooting Sports Coordinator Manual SSC (2010)
- Hunting & Wildlife Instructor Manual SSH (2010)
- Pistol Instructor Manual SSP (2010)
Food Systems
Corn
- Corn # MJ0101 (2006)
- ONLINE: Crops Record
small grains
- Small Grains # MJ0110 (2006)
- ONLINE: Crops Record
soybeans
- Soybeans # MJ0120 (2006)
- ONLINE: Crops Record
floriculture a
- Floriculture Level A # 4-H-966 (2005)
floriculture b
- Floriculture Level B # 4-H-967 (2005)
floriculture c
- Floriculture Level C # 4-H-968 (2005)
floriculture d
- Floriculture Level D # 4-H-969 (2005)
vegetable gardening a
- See Them Sprout # 4H1037 (2016)
- Illinois Vegetable Guide
vegetable gardening b
- Let’s Get Growing # BU-07163 (2004)
- Illinois Vegetable Guide
vegetable gardening c
- Take Your Pick # BU-07164 (2004)
- Illinois Vegetable Guide
vegetable gardening d
- Growing Profits # BU-07165 (2004)
- Illinois Vegetable Guide
plants & soils 1
- It's More Than Just Dirt # 380-020 (2007)
plants & soils 2
- Stems and Stamens # 380-021 (2007)
plants & soils 3
- Sprouting Out and Growing Up # 380-022 (2007)
Global Civic Engagement Projects
Civic engagement 1
- All About Me # MC0240 (2003)
Civic engagement 2
- My Neighborhood # MC0241-R12 (2012)
Civic Engagement 3
- My Community and Me # MC0242 (2004)
Service Learning 1
- Agents of Change # BU-08182 (2005)
Service Learning 2
- Raise Your Voice # BU-08183 (2005)
CollectIbles
- My Favorite Things # 4-H 496 (2016)
Exploratory
- Welcome to 4-H: An Introduction to 4-H # 01517 (2015)
- Bienvenidos a 4-H # 01517ES (2015)
Family Heritage
- Family History Treasure Hunt (2018) 4H442
Passport to the World
- 4-H Passport to the World (look for an update soon!)
DIVERSITY & CULTURAL AWARENESS
- Seeing i2i: Adventures # 4-H 6510 (2015)
Special order resources for groups & leaders in GLOBAL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
- ONLINE: National 4-H Council Resources
- ONLINE: WeConnect
- ¡Que Rico! La Cultura Bilingual Guide # BU-08180 (2005)
- Service Learning Helper Guide # BU-08184 (2005)
- Seeing i2i Leader’s Guide # 4-H 6511 (2015)
- 4-H Intercultural Leader Guide # LC0502 (2011)
Healthy Living and Nutrition Projects
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Cooking 101
- 4-H Cooking 101 # 01512Y (2015)
Cooking 201
- 4-H Cooking 201 # 01513Y (2011)
Cooking 301
- 4-H Cooking 301 # 01514Y (2015)
Cooking 401
- 4-H Cooking 401 # 01515Y (2015)
Food Science 1
- What's on Your Plate? 1 # 01411Y (2014)
Food Science 2
- What's on Your Plate? 2 # 01412Y (2014)
Food Science 3
- What's on Your Plate? 3 # 01413Y (2014)
Food Science 4
- What's on Your Plate? 4 # 01414Y (2014)
SPORTS NUTRITION
- Sports Nutrition: Ready, Set, Grow #4H463
Food Preservation
- Can My Tomatoes # PIU-Tom (2014)
- ONLINE: Jellies/Jams
- Make My Pickles # PIU-Pick (2014)
- Freeze My Fruits and Veggies # PIU-Freeze (2014)
- Dry My Fruits # PIU-Dry (2014)
- Can My Vegetables # PIU-Can (2014)
Health 1
- First Aid in Action # BU-08174 (2005)
Health 2
- Staying Healthy # BU-08175 (2005)
Health 3
- Keeping Fit # BU-08176 (2005)
Special order resources for groups & leaders in healthy living/NUTRITION
- 4-H Cooking Helper's Guide # 01516F (2015)
- What's On Your Plate? Unit 1 Guide # 01415F (2014)
- What's On Your Plate? Unit 2 Guide # 01416F (2014)
- What's On Your Plate? Unit 3 Guide # 01417F (2014)
- What's On Your Plate? Unit 4 Guide # 01418F (2014)
- Food Preservation for Leader’s Guide # PIU-LG (2014)
- 4-H Foods Demo Guide # ME0385 (2008)
- Delivering Dynamic Demonstrations # ME0386 (2010)
STEM projects
Aerospace 2
- Lift-Off # BU-6843 (2003)
Aerospace 3
- Reaching New Heights # BU-6844 (2003)
Aerospace 4
- Pilot in Command # BU-6845 (2003)
Bicycle 1
- Bicycling for Fun # BU-08334 (2006)
Bicycle 2
- Wheels in Motion # BU-08335 (2006)
STEAM Clothing 1
STEAM Clothing 2
- Simply Sewing #4H2220 (2014)
STEAM Clothing 3
- A Stitch Further
Shopping in Style 1-6
Computer Science visual–based programming
- Computer Science Through Scratch # 01606Y (2016)
Computer Science text-based programming
- ONLINE: go.illinois.edu/4Hcs -
Electricity 1
- Magic of Electricity # BU-6848 (2003)
Electricity 2
- Investigating Electricity # BU-6849 (2002)
Electricity 3
- Wired for Power # BU-6850 (2002)
Electricity 4
- Entering Electronics # BU-6851 (2002)
Robotics 1
-
Robotics 1 with EV3 # 4-H 507 (2015)
Robotics 2
- Robotics 2 with EV3 # 4-H 508 (2016)
ROBOTICS 3
- None Available -
Junk Drawer Robotics Level 1
- Give Robots a Hand Presenter’s Guide # 08431 (2011)
- Youth Notebook # 08435 (2011)
Junk Drawer Robotics Level 2
- Robots on the Move Presenter’s Guide # 08432 (2011)
- Youth Notebook # 08435 (2011)
Junk Drawer Robotics Level 3
- Mechatronics Presenter’s Guide # 08433 (2011)
- Youth Notebook # 08435 (2011)
Small Engines 1
- Crank It Up # BU-08186 (2005)
Small Engines 2
- Warm It Up # BU-08187 (2005)
Small Engines 3
- Tune It Up # BU-08188 (2005)
Maker
esports
TECHNOLOGIES: 3-D PRINTING AND DESIGN
- ONLINE -
Technologies: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles/Systems: Drones
Tractor A
- Starting Up # 4-H-961 (2005)
Tractor B
- Tractor Operation # 4-H-962 (2005)
Tractor C
- Moving Out # 4-H-963 (2005)
Tractor D
- Learning More # 4-H-964 (2005)
Welding
- Arcs and Sparks # 4-H 573 (2007)
Woodworking 1
- Measuring Up # BU-6875 (2003)
Woodworking 2
- Making the Cut # BU-6876 (2003)
Woodworking 3
- Nailing It Together # BU-6877 (2002)
Woodworking 4
- Finishing Up # BU-6878 (2002)
Special order resources for groups & leaders in STEM
- Flight Crew: Aerospace Group Guide # BU-6846 (2003)
- Maker’s Guide to Sewing Stuff # 4H 2240 (2014)
- Beyond the Needle # 4H 2250 (2014)
- Bicycle Helper's Guide # BU-08336 (2006)
- Discovering Computer Science & Programming through Scratch Guide # 01607F (2016)
- Electric Group Helper's Guide # BU-6852 (1999)
- Helper's Guide: Exploring Spaces # CD-08358 (2006)
- Small Engines Helper's Guide # BU-08189 (2005)
- Woodworking Helper's Guide # BU-6879 (2002)
CLOVERBUDS for youth 5 to 7 years of age
Cloverbud projects are done in a group setting. Individual manuals are not needed. See these special resources Cloverbud leaders may want to review and use.
- Aerospace Pre-Flight Member Book # BU-6842 (2003)
- Aerospace Leader Guide # BU-6846 (1998)
- Bicycling for Fun # BU-08334 (2006)
- Bicycle Helper’s Guide # BU-08336 (2006)
- ONLINE: Exploring the Treasures of 4-H Helper Guide
- ONLINE: Expressive Arts
- ONLINE: 4-H Craft Beading
- Exploring Farm Animals Activity Guide # BU-06350 (2001)
- ¡Que Rico! La Cultura Bilingual Guide # BU-08180 (2005)
- ONLINE: 4-H Science & Technology Clubs
- Vegetable Gardening: See Them Sprout # BU-07162 (2004)
- Helper’s Guide for Vegetable Gardening # BU-07166 (2004)
- Vet Science: From Airedales to Zebras # BU-08048 ((2004)
- Helper’s Guide: Veterinary Science # BU-08051 (2004)
- The Big Book of 4-H Cloverbud Activities # 4-H 710GPM (2016)
- Cloverbud Program: Series 2 Curriculum # 4H 711 GPM (2000)
- ONLINE: Personal Development Guide
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds - Animal Science: Caring for a Pet
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Plant Science: Green & Growing
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Science, Engineering & Technology: Where in the World
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Science, Engineering & Technology: Exploring Electricity
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Science, Engineering & Technology: Way Cool Science
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Personal Development & Service Learning: Friends & Me
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds Citizenship: Setting the Table
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds Citizenship: Rooted in Community
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds Citizenship: Cultural Kaleidoscope: American Indians
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Environmental & Earth Sciences: Nature Explorers
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Environmental & Earth Sciences: Insect Investigations
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Communication & Expressive Art: Printing with Nature
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Communication & Expressive Art: Building Works of Art
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Consumer & Family Science: Needlepoint on Plastic Canvas
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Consumer & Family Science: Textile Creations
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Consumer & Family Science: Color Your World
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Healthy Living: Dairy Treats
- ONLINE: Cloverbuds – Healthy Living: Food Adventurers