Parents are the key to success!
4-H is an opportunity for parents and children to learn and have fun together. The success of the 4-H program depends greatly upon parent support and involvement.
Benefits to the Child
The child has opportunities to learn from their parent's teachings and role modeling. They feel supported and gain confidence and self-esteem.
Benefits for Parents
The parents have opportunities to teach their children both skills and values. The family becomes closer as both parents and children participate in activities and events that are fun, learning experiences. Parents gain a better understanding the of their childrens' development and often learn new ways to guide and support their growth. Parents also strengthen their own social networks with other parents and youth in the community.
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5/11/09
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Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, James A. Christenson, Director, Cooperative Extension, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, The University of Arizona. The University of Arizona College of Agriculture & Life Sciences is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action institution. The Univeristy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, verteran status, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. |
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