Moore County 4-H works with public, private, and home schools to provide additional learning opportunities to students and support educators. North Carolina 4-H is proud to provide educators of all kinds with high-quality, research-based teaching materials. We specialize in translating cutting-edge university research in science, engineering, technology, math, agriculture, health, and civic engagement.
Lesson plans and STEM units feature hands-on, experiential learning and an interdisciplinary approach to real-world problems for elementary, middle, and high school-aged youth.
The curriculum is designed by content area experts from North Carolina State University and North Carolina A&T State University, our two land-grant universities. They undergo a rigorous vetting process, including field tests and revisions, and are aligned to North Carolina and National K-12 educational standards.
Reach out to the Moore County 4-H Agent, Kaley Lawing, for assistance with accessing the curriculum.
In this curriculum, youth will observe the wonders of the natural world unfolding before them as they raise painted lady butterflies from larvae to adulthood. Youth will experience the mystery of the butterfly life cycle through hands-on activities. Classrooms are provided with all of the necessary materials free of charge.
The 4-H Embryology Program provides classrooms with the equipment to hatch eggs within just 1 month. Incubators and curriculum can be checked out of our office, and eggs can be obtained through NC State University. Embryology is appropriate for K-12, with learning objectives adjusted to fit the age group.
The Mooving Milk program offers a hands-on journey from calf to dairy cow, learning where our dairy products come from. Designed for Kindergarten through Third Grade, this curriculum teaches students about the dairy industry and nutrition. Additionally, a 4-H expert can offer a hands-on experience making dairy products with youth in the classroom.
Outside the classroom, Moore County 4-H partners with local libraries to offer specialized lessons and workshops on various agriculture-related topics. All material comes from research-based sources and aligns with the season and the group's age range. Stay in the loop with your local library for upcoming programs!
