National 4-H and Nebraska 4‑H have developed many research-based project books (a.k.a. curriculum) to support learning in 4‑H. Nebraska 4‑H is pleased to announce all enrolled Nebraska 4‑H youth and volunteers now receive complimentary online access to 4‑H curriculum developed at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln! More than 30 digital publications are available on topics like clothing, babysitting, shopping, entomology, poultry and more.
Complimentary access to Nebraska 4‑H’s digital curriculum is provided through the 4‑H Online member enrollment system. Currently enrolled youth and volunteers have been emailed details and a link. If you haven’t enrolled/re-enrolled for the 2025–2026 program year, now is a great time to do so at https://4honline.com. Once enrollment has been completed and approved, you will receive an email with a link.
• The complimentary version of Nebraska 4‑H curriculum is view-only.
• Printed or downloadable copies of most Nebraska 4‑H curriculum may be purchased online via UNL Marketplace (https://marketplace.unl.edu/extension/nebraska-4-h/4-h-curriculum).
• National 4‑H curriculum may be ordered online via Shop 4‑H (https://shop4-h.org). New on Shop 4‑H is a Nebraska storefront offering a curated collection of learning resources specifically for youth in our state — check it out at https://go.unl.edu/neshop4h.
• National 4‑H and Nebraska 4‑H curriculum are available to view and purchase for a small fee at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County office, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln.
If you’d like guidance on using curriculum, contact Lancaster County 4‑H staff at lancaster4h@unl.edu or 402‑441‑7180. Use of project books is optional and not required to participate in 4‑H or exhibit at fairs. If you have questions about complimentary 4‑H curriculum, email nebraska4h@unl.edu.