Record Books
Record Books:
Record Books provide an opportunity for 4-H members to keep track of the events and activities they participate in over the year. Members can earn Star Ranks in the 4-H Program. Keeping records is an important part of 4-H . Some members go on to compete in record book competition at the State level. They also have opportunities at some county fairs to compete and win prizes.
Primary Members between the ages of 5 and 8 years old can keep track of the 4-H activities and events they participate in over the year in a Rainbow Star book. If the member completes all the requirements for their age, they will earn a Rainbow Star to be worn on their hat for the year. Downloadable Primary Record Book information and forms can be accessed by clicking on the following links: Rainbow Star Instructions Rainbow Star Forms Guided Story Forms
Junior Members ages 9 and up keep track of the events and activities they participate in over the year in the Project Development Report. If a Junior Member meets all of their requirements, they can earn a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum Star. Each level involves a particular number of requirements that need to be met.
Senior Members maintain the Project Development Report but also have additional reports and stories to add to their record book for competition at State level. Most Seniors who go on to State Competition have earned the Platinum Star Rank in county competition.
You may access Junior and Senior Record Book instructions and forms at the following link by scrolling down to the 4-H Record Books section: http://www.ca4h.org/4hresource/forms/
If you are a person with a disability and require this document in an alternate format (example: Braille, Large Print, Audiotape, CD-ROM), you may request an alternate format document by using the contact information below. If you require an accommodation (example: ASL Interpreter, reader, note taker) to participate in any county program, service or activity, you may request an accommodation by calling 415-499-4204 (or CRS dial 711) not less than four work days in advance of the event.
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