Life skills are not specifically identified but are strongly implied. In some cases, the goal is closely related to life skills such as decisionmaking, managing resources, solving problems, communicating, volunteering, and taking community action. Although the target audience is youth living in small towns and rural communities, the subject matter and principles apply to all young people. The curriculum is research-based and utilizes experts in the field. May need to include a supplement with updated figures.
Subject matter is used as a vehicle through which growth and development of the learner occurs.
There is very little art work but the design is crisp and easy to follow. Package design holds videos and booklets are easy to use. There are very few graphics but the use of boxes and white spaces are used to aid in readability. The tempo on some of the other segments is too slow and drawn out. The overall goals of the curriculum are stated in the introductory booklet.