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New and revised publications in the EDIS publications database

    Best Practice Checklist for Management of a Swine Show for Youth (AN274)

    January 11th, 2012
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Livestock

    Figure 3. Pig behavior and handling diagram.The management team for a swine show for youth should have a plan to manage the facilities, pigs, and personnel in a way that allows the show to be as stress-free and educational as possible. This 3-page fact sheet includes a checklist of information about unloading pigs, the size of the show ring, and pig handling training so that show managers know how to prepare for their show. Written by Chad Carr and Justin Crosswhite, and published by the UF Department of Animal Science, December 2011.
    http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an274

    Conducting a Successful Livestock Show for Youth (AN268)

    January 4th, 2012
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Livestock

    youth showing a hogWant to plan a livestock show for youth that will serve as the educational summit of the livestock project experience? Make sure the entire event is as stress-free as possible for the livestock, youth exhibitors, their families, and show management and as educational as possible for youth exhibitors, their families, and all public spectators. Consider the recommendations in this 4-page fact sheet written by Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, Jennifer Shike, and Heather Shultz, and published by the UF Department of Animal Science, December 2011.
    http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an268

    Public Speaking (WC115)

    August 30th, 2011
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Program Development

    4-H Congress gives the youth of Florida the chance to practice their public speaking skills.Knowing what to say and how to say it are foundational skills for all leaders; therefore, people promoting the agricultural industry need to know how to speak in face-to-face situations. This 3-page fact sheet shares the basics about gathering information and organizing, writing, and delivering speeches. Written by Ricky Telg and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2011.
    http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc115

    Public Speaking Tools (WC117)

    August 30th, 2011
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Program Development

    A graphic, photograph, or chart may be easier to understand than someone's vocal description of a topic.When making a public speech, there are various tools at your disposal: vocal delivery, body language, visual aids, audience engagement, and the method of delivery. This 3-page fact sheet provides some suggestions about how to make good use of these tools. Written by Ricky Telg, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2011.
    http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc117

    Florida 4-H Project Leader Guide (4HGCL22/4H316)

    April 25th, 2011
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development

    Adult volunteers who share knowledge and skills with youth as project leaders and mentors are critical to the success of 4-H. This 20-page guide provides an overview of the standards that guide the development and delivery of 4-H projects. For volunteers new to being a Florida 4-H Project Leader, the contents of this guide cover the basics of elements of 4-H that every project leader should learn. Written by Georgene Bender, Joy C. Jordan, Amanda Thein, Sarah Hensley, and Karen Henry, and published by the UF Department of 4-H Youth Development, March 2011.
    http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/4h316

    Rabbits, Rabbits, Rabbits: Online Record Books

    April 25th, 2011
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Livestock

    These online record books familiarize youth with the importance of record keeping as an integral part of project management. By tracking inventory, financial records associated with their project, rabbit health and grooming details, and related information, youth will be well prepared to relate their experiences in a written narrative as part of their project completion activities. Written by Joy Jordan, Loretta Rodriguez, Jessica Kochert, Bill Heltemes, Chris Decubellis, and Renée Gore, and published by the UF Department of 4-H Youth Development, March 2011.

    4-H Horse and Pony Lease (4HHSF01/4H318)

    March 23rd, 2011
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Livestock

    In the Florida 4-H Horse Lease Program, the same animal may be leased by up to three 4-H members and all Lessees must conform to the requirements of the Florida 4-H Equine Program. This revised 7-page publication contains the forms that might be needed for one 4-H’er to lease a horse: a page of instructions, a page of advice, the 3-page lease form, and 2 copies of the addendum (if up to two others are sharing Horse). Written by E.L. Johnson and Wendy DeVito, and published by the UF Department of 4-H Youth Development, March 2011.
    http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/4h318

    Should We Use Wood for Energy? A High School Unit (FOR270/FR332)

    March 18th, 2011
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Ecosystems & Species, Forest Resources

    As communities across the South explore options for reducing carbon emissions with renewable energy resources, local wood may become an attractive possibility. Whether using wood for energy is a good idea and how communities go about deciding whether to build a facility depends upon community residents’ understanding of energy sources, biomass supply and cost, and forest management. This high school unit helps students gain knowledge and skills for making decisions about woody biomass. This 210-page curriculum was written by Jessica Tomasello Ireland, Martha C. Monroe, and Annie Oxarart, and published by the UF Department of School of Forest Resources and Conservation, September 2010.
    http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr332

    Develop Your Public Speaking Skills: Tips for Beginning Speakers, Speech Coaches, and Judges (AEC341/WC023)

    February 15th, 2011
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Program Development

    Developing effective public speaking skills is one of the most valuable benefits young people can derive from participation in 4-H, FFA, and other youth groups. This revised 7-page fact sheet pulls together advise from textbooks and references on public speaking as well as actual critiques from judges of public speaking competitions to provide guidance that is both consistent with accepted practice for public speakers and relevant to the problems faced by young speakers in a competitive setting. It was written by Marshall H. Breeze, Rick D. Rudd, Gregory T. Gifford, and Catherine W. Shoulders, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, January 2011.
    http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc023

    Forensic Entomology (4HENL41/4H310)

    February 8th, 2011
    Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Ecosystems & Species

    Forensics is a hot topic, with many movies and popular television shows (such as “CSI”) introducing youth to the tools, processes, and critical thinking skills needed to solve various crimes. Within this world, insects have a growing presence. The field of forensic entomology focuses on the information that insects provide investigators about the time, location, and criminal negligence within a wide variety of criminal cases. This curriculum is a tool for teaching youth grades 6–8 about the contributions that insects make to the world of forensics. This three-week series of lesson activities is designed for use in after-school programs, summer day camps, and 4-H clubs. However, this package also includes the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for teachers within formal classroom settings. It was written by Erika Andersen and Russell Mizell with Jessica Kochert and Joy Jordan, and published by the UF Department of 4-H Youth Development, January 2011.
    http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/4h310

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