This curriculum guide is intended for use in teaching an instructional unit in leadership through the Future Farmers of American (FFA). The guide is geared toward college freshmen. Addressed in the individual lessons of the instructional unit are the following topics: the benefits of participation in the FFA, the history and development of the FFA, the operation of the FFA, national FFA activities and awards, FFA awards to members, state and national contests, the planning and implementation of chapter meetings, and development of chapter leaders. Each lesson contains some or all of the following: a statement of need; a suggested reading assignment; objectives; key questions, problems, and concerns along with pertinent teaching techniques and information; suggested learning activities; a list of references; transparency masters; and handouts. (MN)