4-H Family Consumer Science (FCS) Contests

4-H Demonstration

In a 4-H demonstration, you show and tell about a fact, idea, or process. It is a presentation that teaches or shows how to do something while explaining how to do it. 

team	Individual or team of 2
Rules list	View 4-H Demonstration Rules & Guidelines

 

Consumer Decision Making

In the Consumer Decision Making contest, participants take on the role of a consumer with specific needs and preferences. They visit tables featuring four items in different categories and rank the items based on how well they meet the consumer’s needs. This contest builds critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills while helping youth become confident, informed decision-makers.

team	Individual or team of 3–4
Rules list	View Consumer Decision Making Rules & Guidelines

 

Cooking Challenge

An individual contestant or team of 2 members will prepare and complete a dish highlighting the challenge ingredient. Dish must be completed and presented to the judges within a 40-minute timeframe. Contestants must prepare one complete plate of the dish for the judges. Contestants can prepare an appetizer, main course or a dessert. Contestants will have up to 3 minutes to describe the dish presented, tell how they highlighted the challenge ingredient, and share some facts/knowledge about the challenge ingredient.

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team	Individual or team of 2
Rules list	View Cooking Challenge Rules & Guidelines

 

Fashion Revue

Show off your creativity and style in the 4-H Fashion Revue contest! Whether you love sewing your own clothes, finding great outfits, or giving old clothing new life, there’s a category for you.

Choose from three categories:

• Constructed: Create an outfit using your sewing, knitting, or crocheting skills. You can follow a pattern or design something original. Each piece must be made by you, with one exception: a full-length coat may be worn over a ready-to-wear garment.

• Purchased: Put together an outfit using new or previously owned clothing that remains in its original condition. You may make alterations to improve the fit. Show off your consumer skills by choosing pieces based on fit, quality, and cost.

• Upcycle Your Style: Turn old clothing or unused textiles into something new! Sew, embellish, or combine materials to create a unique fashion piece while giving existing items a fresh look and a new purpose.

team	Individual
Rules list	View Fashion Revue Contest Rules & Guidelines

 

Favorite Foods

Show off your cooking skills and share a food you love in this contest! Participants will be judged on their food selection, knowledge, and presentation. Be ready to tell the judges what makes your dish special, where you found the recipe, any unique preparation techniques you used, and the history behind the food. Share your story, your skills, and why this food is your favorite!

team	Individual or team of 2
Rules list	View Favorite Foods Contest Rules & Guidelines

 

FCS Quiz Bowl

Put your Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) knowledge to the test in the FCS Quiz Bowl! Compete as a team in two challenges: a written test and a fast-paced trivia competition against other teams. Show what you know, work together, and see how your team stacks up!

team	Team of 3–4
Rules list	View FCS Bowl Rules & Guidelines

 

 

FCS Presentation

Share your knowledge in a presentation on a topic related to either Sewing or Family Consumer Science (FCS). (Please note that participants cannot compete in both divisions). Presentations must be no less than 10 minutes and no more than 15 minutes long, not including time spent answering judges’ questions. 

team	Individual or team of 2
Rules list	View FCS Presentation Rules & Guidelines

 

 

FCS Skill-a-Thon

Put your Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) skills to the test in this team competition! The contest has three parts:

1. Identification: Identify items related to Clothing and Sewing, Foods and Cooking, and Interior Design and Home Repairs.

2. Written Quiz: Answer 25 questions about FCS definitions and the three identification study areas.

3. Team Presentation: Work together to give a 5-minute oral presentation on a selected life skills assessment topic.

Test your knowledge, build teamwork skills, and have fun! 

team	Individual or team of 3–4
Rules list	View FCS Skill-a-Thon Rules & Guidelines