4-H Project e-Record Books

What is a Record book?

A 4-H Record Book is like a special diary where 4-H members can keep track of all the cool things they do and learn in their 4-H projects.

Here’s what you can put in your 4-H Record Book:

Goals: You can write down what you want to learn and achieve in your 4-H project. It’s like setting a fun target for yourself.
Activities: You can write about all the activities and events you participate in as part of your 4-H project, like meetings, workshops, and competitions.
Photos: You can add pictures of you working on your project. It’s a bit like creating a photo album of your 4-H adventures.
What You Learn: Write about the new skills and knowledge you gain in your project. It’s a bit like taking notes in a class.
Expenses: Keep track of how much money you spend on your project, like buying supplies. This helps you learn about budgeting.
Time Spent: Write down how much time you spend on your project. This shows your dedication and effort.
Achievements: You can list any awards or recognition you receive for your 4-H work. It’s like getting gold stars for your efforts.

By keeping a 4-H Record Book, you not only remember all the fun things you do in 4-H but also learn to set and achieve goals, manage your resources, and improve your skills. Plus, it’s a great way to show others what you’ve accomplished in 4-H, like your family, friends, and even judges at competitions. It’s like your own special book of achievements!

Introduction

Members are expected to complete as much of the record as possible on their own, however, younger members will likely need assistance in understanding some of the concepts. We believe that leaders or parents should counsel young members in the preparation of their records. These records are developed for the member to need only a minimal amount of leader assistance. The member is responsible for the actual completion of the record.

While E-Records are statewide, there may be differences in how the records are handled from county to county. If you have questions or suggestions concerning issues that may not be covered in this guide, please contact your local Extension Office.

Access manuals and Record Books at the 4-H State Website. Select your project type (e.g., Animal, STEM, Home Design). After selecting the project type, you’ll see a list of specific projects (e.g., Horse, Dog, Photography). Click on your specific project to access manuals and e-record book links.

Up-To-Date Animal Record Book Checklist & 4-H Judging Guides and Rubrics

Up-to-Date Animal Record Book Checklist
This checklist is a great way to double-check your record book before fair. It’s meant to help members, parents, and leaders make sure everything is ready. Note: This checklist is just a guide and not the same as the score sheets used for judging.

Record Book Score Sheets
These are official judging tools provided by Colorado 4-H. They’ll be used to evaluate record books for livestock, horse, dogs.

Score Sheets

If you have any questions, reach out to your club leader or the 4-H office. We are here to help!

CURRICULUM/RECORD BOOKS/E-RECORDS

Visit the 4-H State Website. Select your project type (e.g., Animal, STEM, Home Design). After selecting the project type, you’ll see a list of specific projects (e.g., Horse, Dog, Photography). Click on your specific project to access manuals and e-record book links.

General Projects Score Sheets

Select your project category (like Family Consumer Science)
Select your poject (like cake decorating)
Move down until you see score sheets (like Cake Decorating Score Sheets). Click on view materials.

Contest Score Sheets (click the download button)

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What is a Record book?

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