{"id":9099,"date":"2018-06-29T15:56:17","date_gmt":"2018-06-29T22:56:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/?page_id=9099"},"modified":"2024-11-19T12:28:33","modified_gmt":"2024-11-19T20:28:33","slug":"visual-creative-arts","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/4-h\/projects-programs\/projects-and-programs-resource-library\/expressive-arts\/visual-creative-arts\/","title":{"rendered":"4-H Visual Creative Arts"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wsu-hero wsu-width--full wsu-pattern--wsu-light-radial-left  wsu-hero--style-boxed \">\n\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__background\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-image-frame wsu-image-frame--fill\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg\"\n\t\tsrcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg 1313w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg 396w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg 792w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg 768w\"\n\t\tsizes=\"(max-width: 1313px) 100vw, 1313px\"\n\t\talt=\"4-H Grows Here logo in green with 4-H clover at right on a black background\"\n\t\tstyle=\"object-position: 50% 50%\"\n\t\t\/>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__overlay\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__content-wrapper\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__inner-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__title-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"wsu-hero__title\">4-H Visual Creative Arts<\/h1>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__content\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n<div class=\"program-contact \">\n\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-content\/plugins\/cahnrs-extension-plugin\/assets\/images\/four-h.png\"\n\t\t\theight=\"75\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"75\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"extension-program-icon\"\n\t\t\talt=\"Program Icon.\"\n\t\t>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"program-contact-info\">\n\t\t<h2>Program Contact<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t\t\tAutumn Britt, 4-H Program Manager<br>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-screen-reader-only\">Phone Number<\/span>509-588-7817\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-screen-reader-only\">Email Address<\/span> \u2022\n\t\t\t<a href=\"mailto:autumn.britt@wsu.edu\">autumn.britt@wsu.edu<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <div id=\"cahnrs-back-to-top\" class=\"cahnrs-back-to-top\" hidden aria-hidden=\"true\">\n            <a id=\"cahnrs-back-to-top-btn\" class=\"cahnrs-back-to-top__btn\" href=\"#product-top\" aria-label=\"Back to top\">\n                <span class=\"cahnrs-back-to-top__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2191<\/span>\n                <span class=\"cahnrs-back-to-top__label\">Back to top<\/span>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<p>4-H visual artists learn to express themselves through their art, whether they are sculpting, painting, drawing, creating collage, learning to screen print, crocheting or knitting, or any other art medium of their choice.&nbsp; Visual arts allow youth to be creative and make an impression while learning more about techniques, art science, and art history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Objectives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Youth will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Express their creativity as they explore and apply elements of design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop their artistic skills and talents through the exploration of their chosen medium<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover the joy of art as a leisure time activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice a variety of art techniques, both new and familiar to them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn how to select appropriate materials for their projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain an appreciation for art history and art as cultural expression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore the scientific principles that play a role in art through participation in artistic challenges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"792\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/painting-911804_1280-792x446.jpg\" alt=\"A selection of colored pencils, paint brushes, watercolors, bottles of paint, and other art supplies on a wood table.\" class=\"wp-image-14525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/painting-911804_1280-792x446.jpg 792w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/painting-911804_1280-396x223.jpg 396w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/painting-911804_1280-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/painting-911804_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 792px) 100vw, 792px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4-H Visual Creative Arts Curriculum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Available from the Extension office or online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/products\/elements-and-principles-of-design-card?_pos=10&amp;_sid=08b21f088&amp;_ss=r\">Elements and Principles of Design Card<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn the Elements and Principles of Design in Art with this handy, front-and-back card! Printed on protective paper, it will last for projects over and over again. This card has definitions and image examples for six elements of design and nine principles of design. This card is a great supplement to Get Started in Art and the Visual Arts series enhancing the art experience. It is also great complement to all crafting and leatherworks projects. Ideal for each youth to have his\/her own card. For all ages and levels. Created by the University of Idaho Extension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/products\/copy-of-advanced-visual-arts-level-1-sketchbook-crossroads?_pos=1&amp;_sid=837971e79&amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\">Advanced Visual Arts Level 1 \u2013 Sketchbook Crossroad<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Developed by the Consortium for National Arts Education Associations, this Visual Arts Curriculum is designed to assist youth in developing artistic skills and talents for a lifetime of use. Focused heavily on the principle of experiential learning, this book features step-by-step guidance through art activities as well as information for art helpers, or teenage and adult artists who can assist youth in their completion of the projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/products\/copy-of-advanced-visual-arts-level-2-portfolio-pathways?_pos=1&amp;_sid=bdf881331&amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\">Advanced Visual Arts Level 2 \u2013 Portfolio Pathways<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Developed by the Consortium for National Arts Education Associations, this Visual Arts Curriculum is designed to assist youth in developing artistic skills and talents for a lifetime of use. Focused heavily on the principle of experiential learning, this book features step-by-step guidance through art activities as well as information for art helpers, or teenage and adult artists who can assist youth in their completion of the projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/products\/get-started-in-art-curriculum\" rel=\"noopener\">Get Started in Art Curriculum<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the basic elements of visual art through activities on color, line, space, balance, and more, and then complete your own work of art. This project can be repeated as long as new learning takes place and new works of art are completed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Washington 4-H Records, Forms, and Guides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For youth members<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubs.extension.wsu.edu\/creative-you-unit-1-expressive-arts\">EM4767E &#8211; Creative You, Unit 1 &#8211; Expressive Arts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubs.extension.wsu.edu\/learning-about-line-unit-2-expressive-arts\">EM4768E &#8211; Learning About Line, Unit 2 &#8211; Expressive Arts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubs.extension.wsu.edu\/expressive-artsshape\">EM4769E &#8211; Expressive Arts &#8211; Shape<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This manual is about two-dimensional shape&#8211;the kind of shape you could draw or paint on a surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubs.extension.wsu.edu\/4h-member-manual-form-expressive-arts\">EM4770E &#8211; 4-H Member Manual:&nbsp; Form &#8211; Expressive Arts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using pottery, sand casting, soap sculpture, basketry, paper mache, still life drawings to make various forms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubs.extension.wsu.edu\/color-expressive-arts\">EM4771E &#8211; Color:&nbsp; Expressive Arts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explains basics of using color in arts and crafts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubs.extension.wsu.edu\/texture-unit-6-expressive-arts\">EM4772E &#8211; Texture, Unit 6, Expressive Arts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Projects\/topics include: texture rubbings, petting zoo, papermaking, mosaics, macrame sampler, rya (ree-ah), drawing texture, and a glossary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For adult helpers and club leaders<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Coming soon!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-cta \" >\n\t<a \t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/4h\/projects\/arts\/arts-crafts\/\"\t\n\t\tclass=\"wsu-button  wsu-button--style-action\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\tState 4-H Arts and Crafts Project Resources\t\t\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"792\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/Visual-Creative-Arts-792x198.png\" alt=\"Title &quot;Visual Creative Arts&quot; in tan on a dark blue background at left. A paint-stained jar of paintbrushes, bristles up, at right against a blurred background..\" class=\"wp-image-14528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/Visual-Creative-Arts-792x198.png 792w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/Visual-Creative-Arts-396x99.png 396w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/Visual-Creative-Arts-768x192.png 768w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/Visual-Creative-Arts-1536x384.png 1536w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2023\/12\/Visual-Creative-Arts.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 792px) 100vw, 792px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Helpful Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Activity Ideas<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/4-h.org\/clover\/activities\/paint-a-rainforest\/\">Paint a Rainforest &#8211; 4-H Activities<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this activity, we will combine science and painting to learn more about rainforests and the world around them. By the end of the activity, you will see how different paint materials and colors can work together to create a unique and beautiful jungle scene.&nbsp; Requires a free Clover account to access lesson plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/LuA2zNvCdxA?si=L2Rdz94uNfg8KIEE\">Meade County 4-H Virtual Projects:&nbsp; Abstract Art (video)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn about abstract art and paint along with Deana K. Reed, CEA for 4-H Youth Development, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment.&nbsp; Items required to follow along with the project:&nbsp; flat canvas, acrylic paint, container of water, paper plate, paint brushes, craft sticks or cotton swabs, and a protective covering of some sort for your workstation (an old towel or plastic tablecloth will work).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/eVZxJqkxqR8?si=SYdI9W_gIoOq63KX\">Meade County 4-H Virtual Projects:&nbsp; Paper Quilling (video)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn how to create a piece of art with paper quilling with Deana K. Reed, CEA for 4-H Youth Development, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment.&nbsp; Items required to follow along with the project:&nbsp; small frame, paintbrush or sponge brush, paint, colored paper, ruler, pencil, scissors or a paper cutter, glue, tape, drinking straw, and a protective covering of some sort for your workstation (an old towel or plastic tablecloth will work).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/8L5rnxo0uGA?si=1uwyyRpuAgKwK3VJ\">Meade County 4-H Virtual Projects:&nbsp; Arm Knitting (video)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn arm knitting with Deana K. Reed, CEA for 4-H Youth Development, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment and Amy Aldenderfer, Harden County Extension Agent, Horticulture.&nbsp; To follow along with this project, you will need several large skeins of thick yarn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/uT2aNU-J4oc?si=nB3jxvlEqKBYNJNX\">Meade County 4-H Virtual Projects:&nbsp; Printmaking (video)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn a stamping technique to transfer an image from one medium to another in this video with Deana K. Reed, CEA for 4-H Youth Development, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment.&nbsp; Materials needed for this project:&nbsp; Styrofoam tray, washable makers, a sharpened pencil, ink pen, paper, a sponge, a bowl with water, and clear tape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/t9pSRN-hjqM?si=1uiOmPfnl0WLjBbK\">Window Clings &#8211; Oklahoma 4-H Virtual Clovers (video)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn how to create window clings using white glue, liquid dish soap, and food coloring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umn.edu\/straw-painting\">Straw Painting &#8211; University of Minnesota Extension<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this independent learning guide, youth try abstract art by using a straw to paint!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umn.edu\/mosaics\">Mosaics &#8211; University of Minnesota Extension<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this 4-H club meeting, youth explore the art form of mosaics by creating one using potential trash items. Good for all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umn.edu\/natural-dyes-across-color-wheel\">Natural Dyes across the Color Wheel &#8211; University of Minnesota Extension<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this independent learning guide, youth work on their own to discover what they can use to dye fabrics that may be right under their noses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Washington Specific Reference Material<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/4-h\/projects-programs\/latino-cultural-arts\/\">Yakima County Latino Cultural Arts Project<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Reference Material<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From 4-H Programs<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/products\/not-just-knots\">Not Just Knots<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn to make fourteen different simple knots, bends, and hitches. Remember what they say\u2014 practice, practice, practice! Then show what you have learned with a capstone project of your choosing. Directions for sample capstone projects are available at the <a href=\"https:\/\/ohio4h.org\/knots\">project webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/products\/arcs-and-sparks-shielded-metal-arc-welding-1?_pos=1&amp;_sid=eba0e67f5&amp;_ss=r\">Arcs &amp; Sparks:&nbsp; Sheet Metal Arc Welding<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended for use by 4-H members wanting to build, modify, or repair steel-based projects. Learn about safety, selection of equipment and materials, and fabricating techniques with shielded metal arc welding. Basic welding abilities are developed while constructing several useful projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Higher Education Institutions<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Related Organizations, Journals, and Professionals<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/wQhuN1iR_9Q?si=G2z6Dg8u8jfCG9Lj\">Understanding the Elements of Art (video)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This video will explain all of the parts that are used to create an artwork: line, value, color, space, shape, form, and texture. These things are called the elements of art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/65WjYDEzi88?si=RBOiYotBkNV4yZ0g\">Understanding the Principles of Design (video)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This video will cover the principles of design, which arrange the elements of art into a composition. These principles include balance, movement, rhythm, unity, variety, pattern, scale, proportion, emphasis, and contrast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/-4ew-stJgLY?si=CKJ0VygqJlwhFe2d\">Basic Color Theory and Color Harmonies (video)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this video, you will learn how to mix colors from the primaries to create secondary and tertiary colors, as well as identify color harmonies like warm\/cool, monochromatic, analogous, and complementary colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwyo.edu\/4-h\/projects\/_files\/crocheting\/crochet-made-easy-msu.pdf\">Crochet Made Easy by Red Heart Yarns, Coats &amp; Clark (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crochet Made Easy is written for beginners, and features easy-to-understand diagrams and step-by-step instructions to illustrate crochet<br>stitches and techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h5 id=\"unique-id-1__6481\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\">Michigan 4-H Global &amp; Cultural Education Activities<\/button>\r\n    <\/h5>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__6481\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p> <span style=\"font-size: 1.125rem;color: initial\">Enjoy learning how to make simple crafts from six of the seven continents: Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 1.125rem;color: initial\">These crafts aim to introduce youth to some simple cultural traditional crafts from around the world.<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 1.125rem;color: initial\">   <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 1.125rem;color: initial\">These activities come from the <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 1.125rem\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/visual_arts\/resources\">Michigan State University Extension 4-H Visual Arts Resources webpage<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 1.125rem;color: initial\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a style=\"font-size: 1.125rem\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/resources\/crafts-around-the-world-series-europe-norwegian-gnome-nisse\">Europe: Norwegian Gnome &#8211; Nisse<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a style=\"font-size: 1.125rem\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/resources\/crafts-around-the-world-series-europe-italian-laurel-wreath-crown\">Europe: Italian Laurel Wreath Crown<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a style=\"font-size: 1.125rem\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/resources\/crafts-around-the-world-series-europe-german-potato-printing-1\">Europe: German Potato Printing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a style=\"font-size: 1.125rem\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/resources\/crafts-around-the-world-series-polish-wycinanki-traditional-cut-paper\">Europe: Polish Wycinanki Traditional Cut-Paper<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a style=\"font-size: 1.125rem\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/resources\/crafts-around-the-world-series-huichol-picture-yarn-art\">North America: Mexico Huichol Picture Yarn Art<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a style=\"font-size: 1.125rem\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/resources\/crafts-around-the-world-series-arctic-region-of-north-america-soap-carving\">Arctic Region of North America: Soap Carving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a style=\"font-size: 1.125rem\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/resources\/craft-around-the-world-series-australia-oceania-aboriginal-dot-painting\">Australia\/Oceania: Aboriginal Dot Painting<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a style=\"font-size: 1.125rem\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/resources\/crafts-around-the-world-series-origami-4-h-clover\">Asia: Japanese Origami 4-H Clover<\/a><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__1259\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\">Kits, Projects, and Activities from National 4-H<\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__1259\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/collections\/visual-and-creative-arts-curriculum\">National 4-H Visual and Creative Arts Curriculum Collection<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/collections\/hobbies-curriculum\">National 4-H Hobbies Curriculum Collection<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/products\/4-h-cake-decorating\">4-H Cake Decorating Digital Download<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This manual helps you practice techniques and skills used to create beautiful, edible masterpieces! 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