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Welcome to the National 4-H Veterinary Science Curriculum 

The Veterinary Science "Skills for Life" Series includes a set of three youth guides designed to be developmentally appropriate for grades 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12 respectively and a helpers guide to provide youth with ideas and activities to expand the educational impact of the Veterinary Science project experience. Youth can set goals, identify resources, practice presentations and evaluate their own progress as they complete the Veterinary Science Achievement Program.

Materials include:

from airedales to zebras

Book 1:
From Airedales to Zebras

 The first guide introduces youth to the normal animal, basic anatomy and systems, elementary principles of disease and careers with animals.
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Book 3:
On the Cutting Edge

 This guide involves youth in in-depth investigation of normal and abnormal systems, preparation for college and exploration of the diversity of the veterinary profession.

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Book 2:
All Systems Go

 Youth will examine health and disease topics, normal and abnormal conditions and veterinary careers.
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Helper's Guide

 The Helper's Guide provides supplemental materials that help adult volunteers facilitate learning situations for various ages of youth. Group activities are included to help youth develop essential life skills as they pursue their interest in veterinary medicine.
National 4-H Curriculum 

National 4-H Curriculum focuses on 4-H's three primary mission mandates:

Science, Engineering & Technology
Healthy Living
Citizenship

Youth activity guides are filled with fun, engaging experiences that cultivate abilities youth need for everyday living as they progressively gain knowledge about subjects that interest them.The National 4-H Reviewed and Recommended Seal signifies excellence in providing hands-on learning experiences for youth.State 4-H programs within the Cooperative Extension System, National 4-H Headquarters at USDA, and National 4-H Council provide leadership for the development of National 4-H Curriculum.  This partnership provides the knowledge, resources and management necessary to develop and market quality youth curriculum.

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VETERINARY SCIENCE CURRICULUM