Communication

• Design a poster on dairy breeds
• Take part in a quiz bowl contest
• Teach others about showmanship techniques

Civic Engagement

• Have your animal as part of a petting zoo sharing the importance of dairy
• Be a part of a dairy promotion event

Leadership

• Arrange for your class to tour a dairy farm
• Attend the National Dairy Conference and encourage other youth to attend
• Be a mentor for a younger 4-H'er

• Create a poster on a dairy-related topic
• Make a scrapbook of your animal(s)
• Continue exhibiting the same animal(s) to show the progression and how they've changed
• Develop a presentation on the following:
• How to start a dairy herd
• How to properly show your animal
• The impact of the dairy industry on consumers

• Learn sewing machine parts, sewing tools, and how to sew on buttons
• Examine the cost savings of buying new versus used clothing and accessories
• Understand how fabrics are made from fibers
• Learn how to sew garments using patterns and the elements of design 
• Discover your personal image through clothing and accessories
• Compare different fabrics, yarns, and finishes
• Discover how to sew garments integrating the principles of design
• Learn the pros and cons of different types of retail sales, various methods to pay for clothing, and techniques for assessing product advertisements
• Understand the differences between natural and manmade fibers