Boone County

What is Clover Kids?

Clover Kids are 4-H members ages 5-7. They must be 5 years old by January 1 of the 4-H program year. (For example: a child may join in the fall of 1998 if their 5^th birthday is before January 1 of each year. If the child’s birthday is after January 1, then they must wait to join until the next 4-H year.)

Clover Kids do not compete for ribbons or prizes. They do not participate in any 4-H projects. Clover Kids participate in activities that are structured for their age level.

Clover Kids are introduced to 4-H and a wide variety of 4-H experiences. Clover Kids will be involved in activities led by an adult, who will help the 4-H’ers learn how to get along and share with others, explore many different interests and learn basic living skills. Clover Kid members will also build self-confidence, learn to communicate effectively and learn to participate in a group. The ultimate outcome is that Clover Kids are so excited about 4-H they will continue their enrollment beyond the Clover Kids experience.

The Boone County Extension Youth Specialist is responsible for youth programming administration, and development of the 4-H program. The county extension youth specialist works closely with the assistant youth education assistant, clover kid and regular club leaders, committee chairs and the Sr. 4-H Council.

For more information about the Boone County Clover Kid program contact the Boone County Extension Center at (573) 445-9792 or e-mail the office at booneco@missouri.edu.

Clover Kid Resources

The state publication, the Clover, contains information about 4-H programs, history, customs, projects, etc. and is updated on a yearly basis. Each family should have one for reference. The county communicates with leaders and families through monthly newsletters. Leaders also receive leader letters with information updates.

Clover Kids leaders meet as a group to exchange information, ideas and organize special events. In addition, a Clover Kids leaders handbook is available for each club. These will be kept current, and are to remain with the club and be passed on to the new leader each year.

Leaders will receive Clover Kid literature from the state office, as well as pledge poster, membership pins and membership cards.

Other information provided includes lists of county clubs and leaders, county officers, committee information including chairs, and anything other appropriate information.

School flyers are sent each September to all public and private schools, including some preschools to recruit new members. Flyers are distributed to grades K-6^th and include club names, meeting dates and times. General information about Clover Kids is included. 

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		Boone County University of Missouri Extension Center booneco@missouri.edu Updated 06/30/08