Service Learning

What is it All About?

Service Learning is a strategy that integrates community needs, intentional learning objectives, and structured opportunities for reflection. Community Service is an important part of 4-H clubs and groups.  In the 4-H pledge, we pledge our “hands to larger service” and we know that 4-H clubs are carrying out these service projects throughout the year. 

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Community Marks the Spot Activity Plan—In this project, youth will plan a non-competitive game that takes players to different locations around their community, like a scavenger hunt. The locations they choose will highlight a special theme the youth want to learn more about, strengthening their sense of belonging. Through the game, players will go on a fun adventure to explore the community.

Plarn Mats Project Activity Plan—We have created a service project that will not only help the environment, it will help those in our community experiencing homelessness. The Plarn Mat service project guides youth through creating plastic yarn (plarn) made from plastic bags, and then using the plarn to crochet mats. Youth of all ages can participate in the project.

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*Resources available at your local Extension office or shop4-H.org.

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