USDA provides educational material to students, parents, and teachers. These valuable learning tools feature up-to-date information and valuable agriculture resources that focus on health, nutrition, and science.
Team Nutrition improves children's lifelong eating and physical activity habits by using the principles of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the Food Guide Pyramid.
The Natural Inquirer contains articles on scientific research conducted by scientists at USDA on nature, such as trees, forests, wildlife, insects, outdoor activities, and water.
S.K. Worm, the official USDA annelid, is the mascot of the Natural Resources Conservation Service's conservation education program, which aims to teach students about soil.
The Leaders of Tomorrow initiative aims to inspire the next generation of leaders by encouraging community involvement, careers in public service, and learning about agriculture, one of the most dynamic sectors of our economy.
The 4-H program was developed so young people can enjoy university-based youth programs and projects for diverse interests. 4-H engages nearly seven million young people nationwide with exciting, hands-on learning adventures.
Kids' Science Page contains lists of children's books and articles on specific agricultural subjects, including science fair projects and supplies, careers and biographies of leading scientists, and "learn by doing" 4-H (Head, Heart, Hands, and Health) youth projects.
