4-H Teen Leadership Development Guide
A development guide for teens in 4-H who want to grow as leaders through officer roles, teaching younger members, and service. Print it, follow the steps in order, and keep the copy handy for later reference.
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The steps on this page
- Set a personal leadership goal
- Take an officer or committee role
- Teach a skill to younger members
- Plan a club event
- Practice public speaking
- Seek feedback from a mentor
- Join county or state leadership events
- Serve in the community
- Reflect and set the next goal
How to use this guide
Walk a new hand through the steps once, then let them use the page on their own. Add your own notes as you learn what works.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA.
For more in this area, see the agriculture career pathways. Between chores, farm.FM has farm humor, including Grandpa Bought the Ranch With Cows, Grandson Needs a Billionaire, and farming farm stories.