Why Keep 4-H Records?

Developing Skills for Life

Most of us have been faced with the question, “Why do we need to keep 4-H project records?” It’s a good question and there are many good answers.

The purpose of 4-H record keeping is to simply teach how to keep records. 4-H record keeping is an educational piece of each 4-H project that is important in the development of this life skill. Record keeping should be a continuous process. It should be done regularly and as soon as possible in relation to the items being reported on. This practice will make the task easier and more meaningful. Remember, “Learn by Doing” is the slogan.

4-H records are kept to help the member:

◊    Develop the habit of recording things when they happen.

◊    Training for keeping up-to-date and accurate records as an adult.

◊    Learn effective communications in written form.

◊    Record accomplishments.

◊    Develop skills for filling out job applications, college scholarships and college admission forms.

4-H projects are designed for the development of project skills as well as life skills such as record keeping, decision making, communication, responsibility and leadership.

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Record Keeping Forms

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Contact Information

Maxine J. Nordick, Extension Agent/4-H Youth

NDSU Extension Service/Cass County, 1010 2nd Ave S, Box 2806, Fargo, ND  58108

Telephone:  701-241-5700      Fax:  701-241-5935      E-Mail:  maxine.nordick@ndsu.edu

Office Hours:  8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday (excluding legal holidays)