4-H has a long history of helping youth "learn by doing". When youth are thoughtfully guided through the do-reflect-apply process, there is tremendous potential for positive youth development and growth. 4-H focuses on teaching new topics and life skills development. If you are interested in any of these programs please contact your local County Extension Agent.

Tennessee 4-H
Tennessee 4-H encourages diverse groups of youth to develop their unique skills and talents to the fullest potential. Young people participate in 4-H through clubs, special interest groups, after-school programs, camps and many other activities. "Learning by doing" through hands-on activities and community involvement empowers 4-H'er's to develop and strengthen life skills.
Publications and Links
For more information, contact your local county Extension office Locations.

4-H Energy
The "4-H Energy" program is designed to stimulate youths’ interest in science, while teaching them the science of energy. The program uses fun, hands-on activities as a method of delivery. The program is conducted through an agreement between 4-H and the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), Office of Energy Programs. If you are a County Agent, please visit our Agent Resources tab for access to these materials (will require log-in). If you are a teacher and are interested in this program please contact the Agent in your county.
Publications and Links
For more information, contact your local county Extension office Locations.

NEED (National Energy Education Development Project)
NEED students and teachers understand energy. They are local experts and leaders in community discussions on energy use, energy efficiency and new energy technologies. They reach out to the public to actively teach about energy and energy decisions and they practice smart energy decision making with their own families and in their own homes.  
Publications and Links
For more information visit NEED (National Energy Education Development Project).

STEM Education
Both the United States and National 4-H have made STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) Education a priority. Tennessee 4-H Agents and Specialists also view this as an important mandate to ensure that our college graduates and those in their early careers stay competitive in an increasingly global society in addition to increasing science literacy to enable youth and adults to make informed decisions within their own lives. Tennessee 4-H provides numerous avenues of support to County Agents who conduct educational programs within our schools and with our young people through In-Service Trainings and lesson plans developed for their use. If you are a County Agent, please visit our Agent Resources tab for access to these materials (will require log-in). If you are a teacher and are interested in these resources please contact the Agent in your county.
Publications and Links
For more information, contact your local county STEM Education Coalition.

National 4-H Curriculum
National 4-H Curriculum focuses on 4-H’s three primary mission mandates: science, healthy living, and citizenship. From Wind Power to Workforce Readiness, youth activity guides are filled with engaging experiences that cultivate the skills that youth need for everyday living as they gain knowledge about subjects that interest them.
Publications and Links
For more information visit National 4-H Curriculum.