To the 4-H Leader: The honey bee project (Books 1 - 4) is intended to teach young people the basic biology and behavior of honey bees in addition to hands-on beekeeping  anagement skills. The honey bee project books begin with basic honey bee and insect information (junior level) and advance to instruction on how to rear honey bee colonies and extract honey (senior level). These project books are intended to provide in-depth information related to honey bee management, yet they are written for the amateur beekeeper, who may or may not have previous experience in rearing honey bees.

The beekeeping project (Books 1 - 4) will teach you the basic biology and behavior of honey bees and give you hands-on management skills. The honey bee project books begin with basic honey bee and insect information (junior level) and advance to instruction on how to rear honey bee colonies and extract honey (senior level). These project books are intended to provide in-depth information related to honey bee management, yet they are written for the amateur beekeeper, whether or not you have previous experience in rearing honey bees.

Haven’t you found that it is easier to learn something if someone shows you how instead of just telling you how? A 4-H presentation is:  
• Doing
• Showing
• Talking
• Telling how through visuals
You are the teacher and the expert. A first-time 4-H presentation will be easier for you if you actually do something with yours hands that gives you a finished product.

What Is Your Style? - Demonstration or illustrated talk

Welcome to the 4-H Entomology Project. It will introduce you to many new and exciting experiences. The Entomology Project is fun; it may help you prepare for the study of insects as your life’s work, or help you learn how important insects are in the lives of everyone.
The 4-H project will guide you in this first study of insects. Your Extension agent and 4-H leader are advisors to help you solve your problems. Ask for and follow their advice closely.
Ask your agent or leader for a project book and keep complete and accurate records. This is an important part of the project. You may use additional sheets if necessary. Enjoy your project and plan to participate in 4-H Entomology Unit II.

This curriculum includes six lessons intended for youth in grades three through six. These activities are experiential and contain aspects of problem-based and inquiry-based learning.