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Parts of a 4-H Project

A 4-H project is an area you want to learn more about during the year. There are projects on just about any topic you would like to study and explore, from art to woodworking, from computers to rabbits, from sewing to mechanical science and more.

These little gems cover every topic under the sun, and guess what? You can score your very own project book free of charge. Just contact your local 4-H office or check out the official online store and order directly.

P.S. You earn pins when you turn in a completed book!

Examples below:

Cover of "Giddy Up and Go: Level 1: Discovering Horses" by 4-H. Features two smiling people interacting with a horse, conveying joy and learning.
Cover of "Discovering Computer Science & Programming through Scratch," featuring pixelated blue background, Scratch interface images, and "Digital Download" icon.
Cover of 'Tasty Tidbits' by Purdue University, featuring a plate of rice with chicken, vegetables, and a salad. Designed for Grades 5-6."
A vibrant blue cover features artistic icons like masks, a stage, and musical notes swirling together. Text reads "Theatre Arts: Imagination in Action, Level 1 - Beginner."
Front cover of the "4-H Natural Resources" Level 1 Project Guide, titled "Step Into Nature," with green foliage background and spaces for name and county.

A record book is a single place to track your project progress, goals, finances, even your furry animal friends, and more! This is the record-keeping haven where you bring your 4-H masterpieces to life! Without it, your 4-H project is like a lost puppy without a collar. Make sure to include a great 4-H Story!

King County Record Book

Example Pages:

Title page of a King County 4-H Record Book featuring green 4-H clovers in corners, sections for member details, and space for project decoration.
"4-H Planning Calendar for January to March. Three sections with columns for Date, Activity, and Attended, to organize monthly events."
"Two tables on a form. The first tracks 4-H Club participation, listing 'Year' and 'Meetings.' The second records yearly achievements, with columns for 'Year,' 'Project,' and 'Most Important Recognition.'"
Lined page titled "My 4-H Story" at the top. The page is blank, bordered in black, and ideal for writing about 4-H experiences or reflections.
Table for summarizing fair exhibits, with columns for Year, Project Title, Exhibit, Where, and Award. Blank rows for entries, clean layout.

Use these to keep tabs on things like expenses, equipment, and animal info like a pro. And guess what? You can print as many as you need! Get your paws on them here

Example Pages:

4-H Cat Record form with sections for cat's profile, vaccination record, and mastered skills. Includes space for cat photo and checkboxes to track progress.
Archery record sheet titled "Archery Equipment Inventory" with sections for beginning and closing inventories, including date, item, and value fields.
Bread Baking Record sheet with 4-H logo. Form sections include bread name, method, improvements, accompaniments, time, and cost analysis.

This record is like your own 4-H autobiography, tracking all your amazing accomplishments from day one and beyond! Keep it updated with all your 4-H shenanigans, and you’ll be a record-keeping superstar in no time.

Level 1

Level 2

Note: Use only with the WSU Pubs 4-H Record Books.

Examples:

Illustrated cover of "Permanent 4-H Record" for Level 1, featuring a rabbit, 4-H flag, anvil, hammer, trees, and flowers. Includes sections for name and dates.
Permanent 4-H Record Level 2 form with fields for name, start and end dates, and a table for listing offices, committees, locations, and duties performed.

Ready to add some zing to your 4-H year? From county and state fairs, dizzying competitions, action-packed service projects and eye-opening field trips, there are a ton of ways to get your 4-H groove on. Don’t forget to polish your public speaking skills—go ahead and take the stage like a pro!

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