Leadership

Overview

Kentucky 4-H believes that all youth should have opportuntiies for positive youth development in our four guiding concepts:  mastery, belonging, independence, and generosity. The goal of Kentucky 4-H leadership programs is to encourage the well-rounded development of our Kentucky youth through hands-on experience that focuses on the life skills needed throughout life. 

Contact your county extension office for more information (link).

Curriculum 

My Leadership Workbook (Level 1)

Youth practice leadership through this action-packed workbook.  From “putting themselves in someone else’s shoes” to “gathering up loose ends” and “freezing a conflict”, youth actively learn about individual leadership skills.  (40 pages)   Intended user:  youth in grades 3-5

Source: National 4-H Supply Service

4-H Mall            07905               $4.95

 

My Leadership Journal (Level 2)

Continuing on the leadership journey, youth learn the importance of understanding themselves as a leader.  Teamwork is emphasized as the youth walk the teamwork tightrope and search for team talent.  Youth are encouraged to keep a journal of their leadership journey.  (40 pages)  Intended user:  youth in grades 6-8

Source: National 4-H Supply Service

4-H Mall            07906               $4.95

 

My Leadership Portfolio (Level 3)

Older youth focus on “real life” leadership activities.  Youth are encouraged to develop a portfolio of their leadership experiences.  Through youth directed activities, individuals assume greater leadership responsibilities.  (40 pages)  Intended user:  youth in grades 9-12

Source: National 4-H Supply Service

4-H Mall            07907               $4.95

 

Leadership Mentor Guide 1:  K-5

This guide provides the mentor with ideas and suggestions for working with youth in grades K-2 and 3-5.  The K-2 activities are adult driven and therefore, only available in this mentor guide.  The purpose of K-2 activities is to help younger children think about leadership and how they can develop leadership skills in their daily lives.  “My Leadership Workbook” activities are printed in this guide with additional mentor tips and suggestions. (72 pages)  Intended user:  volunteers working with youth in grades K-2 and 3-5

Source: National 4-H Supply Service

4-H Mall            07903               $5.50

 

Leadership Mentor Guide 2:  6-12 

This guide provides helpful background information on working with youth in leadership development.  “My Leadership Journal” and “My Leadership Portfolio” activities are printed in the guide with additional mentor tips and suggestions.  The mentor can learn more about his/her own leadership skills by using the leadership assessment tool.  (76 pages)  Intended user: volunteers working with youth in grades 6-12

Source: National 4-H Supply Service

4-H Mall            07904               $5.50

Unlock Your Leadership Potential

This leader guide explores developing leadership potential in teens through experiential, hands-on activities which provide plenty of action to keep group leaders busy.  Published by University of Florida.  (about 350 pages)   Intended user: volunteer leader. 

Source: University of Florida Extension Bookstore

UF/IFAS            SPLDL20                      $45.00

 

Teambuilding with Teens (Book with CD)

The 36 hands-on activities in this book make learning about leadership meaningful and fun while building character. Teens are called on to recognize each other’s strengths, become better listeners, communicate clearly, identify their values, build trust, set goals, and more. Each activity takes 20–45 minutes.

Source:  Free Spirit Publishing

Free Spirt         1256W              $35.99

Events/Activities

State Specialist: Rachel E. Noble | rachel.noble@uky.edu | 859.218.0991

Updated 2/17/17 REN