Objectives To provide youth with: An experience in planning, preparing and displaying an educational exhibit. An opportunity for self-expression – both verbally and visually. An opportunity to share with others what has been learned in the specific project.

What is a 4-H Project Expo? Educational Table Top Display Topic related to a 4-H Project -- youth is currently enrolled Posters & Examples – to illustrate Display fits on a card table 36” or less No live animals 4-H Dress Code Be prepared to answer questions from the judges.

Checklist for Creating Your Project Expo Display Simple and Uncluttered Visual Sequence Symbols, Graphics, Words Strong Center of Interest (one main idea) Readable Lettering Make Good Use of Color Neat & Clean

Project Expo Examples

Simple & Uncluttered Easy to follow

Visual Sequence – Variety of symbols, graphics & words

Flow of Information

Where do I start? Visual sequence Avoid cluttering table

Is it easy to follow?

Simplify Your Topic

Keep Topic Simple

Title Creativity Use of levels Use of table tents

Easy to read Simple Catchy title

Title Creativity Use of Color Use of photos

Use of Table Tents Tying it all together with color

Easy to Read

Is lettering easy to read?

Making the Most of your Table Space

Are all items visible?

Table Covering Choices Make a Difference

Any ideas for changes?

Identify the differences from previous slide.

The Interview ● Be prepared to answer questions from the judges and public. ● This is not a science fair exhibit so do not prepare a five-minute presentation. ● Questions could include: - steps in preparing display item - reasons you chose this topic - what you learned - any specific things you would like to share

Evaluation Display (40 percent) – Related to the 4-H project – Developed one main idea – Attracts and holds attention – Organization – Posters, illustrations and examples

Evaluation cont’d Knowledge (20 percent) – Knowledge of subject emphasized in the exhibit Completed Product or Exhibit (25 percent) Exhibitor (15 percent) – Appropriately dressed/4-H Dress Code – Poise

Contact the county extension office for more information. Thanks and have fun with your next project expo display!