Each 4-H project offers a variety of activities and learning opportunities to suit your interests and strengths. Whether you're just getting started or taking your knowledge to the next level, there are several activities to learn and do throughout your project experience!

Beginner

• Make a simple circuit, a flashlight, and a switch
• Find out about magnetism and make a compass

Intermediate

• Learn about Ohm's Law and use a volt-ohm meter
• Label a circuit diagram
• Build a three way switch

Advanced

• Determine your family's electrical usage
• Measure electric usage of appliances
• Test grounded outlets
• Explore Electronics
• Build simple radios, microphones, computers and other equipment
• Explore careers in electronics and engineering

Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.

Electric

• Level 1 - Magic of Electricity
• Level 2 - Investigating Electricity
• Level 3 - Wired for Power
• Level 4 - Entering Electronics

Project Leader Resources

• Electricity Excitement Helper's Guide

General Project Resources

• Purdue Level 1-4 Project Sheets

County Level

Medal presented at your 4-H award recognition event

State Level

Medallion and Scholarship to attend National 4-H Congress

• Participants may attend National 4-H Congress once as an active 4-H member

National Level

Represent Kansas at National 4-H Congress

Learn more about project-based events here or contact your local office for additional information.

• State Fair Electric & Renewable Energy Information

Completing a successful 4-H project is just the beginning of finding your spark. Members can take several meaningful steps to further develop skills and interests. Learn more about these exciting opportunities in career exploration:

• Discovery Days
• Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge - Network Kansas