4‑H STEM Challenge
The 4‑H STEM Challenge, formerly known as 4‑H National Youth Science Day (4‑H NYSD), is an annual initiative to inspire kids everywhere to take an interest in science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on learning. For the past 12 years, 4‑H has developed challenges that show kids how STEM skills can be applied to the world around them.
The 4‑H STEM Challenge includes hands-on activities that allow educators and parents across the country to make STEM learning fun and accessible for all kids.
Mars Base Camp
The race to land humans on Mars is on! The 2020 4‑H STEM Challenge will explore sending a mission to Mars with the activity, Mars Base Camp. Developed by Google and Virginia Cooperative Extension, Mars Base Camp is a collection of activities that teaches kids ages 8-14 STEM skills like mechanical engineering, physics, computer science, and agriculture.
View FAQS about this year’s challenge or explore past 4‑H STEM Challenge (formerly 4‑H NYSD) ACTIVITIES.
