Join the Fun!
Behold the return of the mystical Food, Fun 4-H!
Join us this October for Food, Fun, 4-H, a self-paced cooking project designed to get young people into the kitchen. Participants will prepare home-cooked meals, explore new recipes, and enjoy quality family time, while also learning important skills such as budgeting, time management, and smart consumer habits.
Each month, youth will cook at least two recipes from the provided packet and complete a short report by answering three questions: I liked…, I wish…, and I wonder…. In addition, participants will submit two photos—one of them preparing the dish and another of their family sharing the meal. Upon completing these tasks, participants will receive a kitchen utensil kit for the next month’s recipes.
This free program runs from October to April. If a month’s requirements aren’t met, families can simply try again the following month. While there is no cost to participate, families will need to supply their own groceries.
Choose the month you would like to participate in:
Current year: 2024 - 2025
Ready to show off your skills?
Step 1: Prepare Recipes
Youth participants are required to prepare at least two recipes from the provided packet. Each recipe encourages creativity and hands-on experience in the kitchen.
Step 2: Complete the Post-Lesson Report
Youth participants are asked to answer three questions about their experience.
- I liked:
- I wish:
- I wonder:
These open ended questions are designed to get the youth thinking about their experience in the kitchen.
Step 3: Submit Your Photos
Youth participants are asked to submit photos when they answer the questions.
- Photo of the youth preparing the dish.
- Photo of the family enjoying the meal together.
Step 4: Qualify for the Next Kit
Complete all the above steps by the end of the month to qualify for the next month’s utensil kit. This reward encourages continued learning and exploration in the kitchen.
