Record Books

Record keeping is an important part of the total 4-H program and all members are encouraged to keep a record book. Your club may require you to keep a record book. In addition, you may choose to turn your record book in as one of your educational activities or to try to win a record book award at the end of the 4-H year.

Required Parts:

Record Book Assistance

July Turn-in Requirements:

  • All required parts included
  • In a binder with dividers/tabs as indicated on page 2 of the record book.
  • Complete up to the turn in date. Only future and year-end sections should be left blank.
  • Permanent record must be present, but most sections will be left blank.
  • All beginning of year signatures must be present.
  • Some photos should be included.
  • Record books that do not meet these criteria will not receive a credit!

End of Year Requirements:

  • Same as above, but the entire record book, including the permanent record must be completed.
  • Record books will be scored using this form.