Value of 4-H Presentations

Aliesa Woods, 4-H Youth Development Agent

Through 4-H, thousands of youth have learned the skills necessary to clearly organize and present ideas and instructions through project talks, demonstrations, reading, talent and performing arts. Every 4-H member profits in some way from planning and presenting a talk. Shy members

will develop the ability to express themselves, become part of a group and develop more interest in 4-H.

The real value of the presentation is to the member who prepares and presents it.

Poise, confidence and self-assurance grow each time a presentation is given. Members also learn cooperation and appreciation for the work of others. In addition, a presentation, provides members the opportunity to develop in a variety of areas such as:

  🗸 Work on something they like and are interested in.
  🗸 Learn new information and, consequently, learn a great deal
      more about the subject and the project.
  🗸 Acquire the skill of speaking and performing more easily before
      groups.
  🗸 Learn to plan and organize their thoughts so they can transmit
      ideas more clearly.
  🗸 Tell others about things they are learning.

Recently, 4-H members in the Post Rock District participated at the first 4-H Day in Beloit. The District will host a second 4-H Day on March 18th in Osborne.

Ready to join or just looking to learn more about 4‑H programs in your area visit http://www.kansas4-h.org/get-involved/clubs.html