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Florida 4-H Volunteer Training Series: Making Learning Fun

, Karen Henry, Claire Davis, andCandi Dierenfield
Other Contacts: Sarah Hensley


Release Date: 3/19/2026

DOI: 10.32473/EDIS-4H340-2026

4-H Youth Development

Abstract

4-H learning methods and curriculum materials are well-suited to small groups of youth in various settings, including clubs, camps, and schools. Using a blend of creative teaching methods is essential for getting the attention of youth. As a group leader, the adult helps guide youth in a process of doing, sharing, processing, and applying their knowledge in new situations.

About this Publication

This document is 4H340, one of a series of the Florida 4-H Youth Development Program, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date July 2014. Revised March 2026. Visit the Ask IFAS website at https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication. © 2026 UF/IFAS. This publication is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.

How to Cite

Diem, K., Henry, K., Davis, C., & Dierenfield, C. (2026). Florida 4-H Volunteer Training Series: Making Learning Fun. EDIS, 2026(2). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h340-2026

Authors

Keith Diem
Keith Diem

professor and Extension specialist emeritus, UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Gainesville, FL

Karen Henry
Karen Henry
County agent
University of Florida

Extension agent III, M.N.M., Florida 4-H Youth Development Program, UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, Sanford, FL

Claire Davis
Claire Davis
County agent
University of Florida

Extension agent I, B.S., 4-H youth development and family and consumer sciences, UF/IFAS Extension Calhoun County, Blountstown, FL

Candi Dierenfield
Candi Dierenfield
Specialist
University of Florida

Extension agent IV, 4-H volunteer management & development, UF/IFAS Extension Florida 4-H Youth Development Program, Milton, FL

Contacts

Sarah Hensley
Sarah Hensley
Specialized Agent
University of Florida

state specialized agent IV, Ph.D., curriculum and evaluation, Florida 4-H Youth Development Program, Gainesville, FL

Publication #4H340

4-H/Youth