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Curriculum and Materials for Youth

There a number of resources in Indiana for both youth and teachers. The 4-H program offers non-formal education opportunities and activities for youth for grades 3-12. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources sponsors two nationally recognized curriculum training programs for teachers. For both programs, trained volunteer facilitators conduct local workshops for anyone interested in using the materials for youth education. For each activity, the guide lists objectives, background information, suitable grade levels, reference to the school curriculum, skills developed in the lesson, and ideas for expanding and evaluation of the lesson. Each guide also includes a grade level, subject, topic and skill index, as well as a glossary of terms. The activities are designed to be used indoors and outdoors, and can be used by nature centers, youth groups and classroom teachers. After attending a six-hour workshop, participants will receive a copy of the curriculum guides at no charge. College credit is also available for attending a workshop.

• 4-H Project Information, Programs, and Resources for Teachers
• Indiana Project Learning Tree
  Environmental education program that provides curriculum and teacher training on forestry topics.
• Indiana Project Wild
  Environmental education program that provides curriculum and teacher training on wildlife topics.