Written collaboratively by Jennifer Voigt, Jenaya Brengle, Deb Lessman, Deanna Gall, LeAnna Fitzgerald and Kaycee Jones
There is often a request for curriculum that can help youth and young adults learn applicable life skills. This Life Skills Curriculum was developed for youth primarily 8-18 but can be adjusted for ages 5+ with modifications. Adults can teach these lessons at 4-H club meetings, in classrooms, homeschool co-op, a day camp, etc.
Each lesson is laid out a bit differently, so be sure to see what materials will be needed prior to teaching the lesson. Some lessons have a PowerPoint that can be used. Most lessons are aligned with South Dakota Department of Education content standards and have guidance for conversations, outcomes, reflections, and ways to apply this in real life. The Life Skills Passport that is included with the curriculum is optional and can be used if the objective is to complete all, or most, of the life skills.
It is recommended to print directions, lessons, and divider sheets and organize them in a binder. This can then be readily available for 4-H club leaders and teachers as a “grab and go” activity with minimal preparations.
