Foods and Nutrition
In this project, you will have fun learning how to cook the basics and then advance to gourmet and international meals. You will learn the heritage of many foods as well as consumer buying skills to get the most for your money. In addition, you will learn how to make healthy snacks and modify recipes to fit a healthy life style.
Things to Learn/Do in the Project
Ages 7-8
- Why food is important
- The importance of food safety
- Common food preparation equipment
Ages 9-11
- Why nutrition is important in our daily lives
- How to include exercise in our daily routine
- How to prepare healthy snacks
Ages 12-14
- Plan and prepare foods, including vegetables, cakes and casseroles
- Ways to incorporate exercise into daily life
- Basic outdoor cookery skills
Ages 15 and Older
- Food preparation and safety guidelines
- The diversity of food preferences
- How to prepare foods on the go
Project Materials
Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Senior Advanced
Home Food Preservation Series
- Boiling Water Canning Project Manual
- Pressure Canning Project Manual
- Freezing Project Manual
- Drying Project Manual
General Foods and Nutrition Resources
- Food Culture and Reading, (ages 9-11)
- Food Safety Recommendations for Acceptable Fair Exhibits
- Food Safety Recommendations for Food Preservation Exhibits
- Food Safety of Frosting and Fillings, MF3544
- Judge's Guide for Foods and Nutrition Exhibits, 4H488
- Choose My Plate
Food Science Resources
Additional Foods Curriculum
Project Leader Resources
Events and Activities
State 4-H Family and Consumer Sciences Judging Contest
When: September
Where: Hutchinson, KS
Award: Educational trips, scholarships
Awards and Recognition
County Level
Award: Medal presented at your 4-H Achievement Banquet
State Level
Award: Medallion
National Level
Award: $400 National 4-H Congress Scholarship
