Although 4-H starts in third grade, second graders have the opportunity to get a taste of the program in Mini 4-H. In
Mini 4-H, members may take up to two projects that are offered. After choosing from six projects, members receive a manual and must complete activities; just like in regular 4-H! Their hardwork pays off as their projects are displayed at the county fair.

To let members learn more about the Mini 4-H program and what it offers, there is a Mini 4-H day held every year.
The fun-filled day starts out with ice breakers and crafts. After a short educational program, the Mini 4-Hers are fed lunch and are given some playground time. In the afternoon members work on some more crafts. The day concludes with a trip to the local pool. For the past few years, members have had the chance to plant flowers in a planter to be used for decorating during the fair.

Join us Mini 4-Hers for Mini 4-H Day 
                                     TBA - 9am-3pm.
Mini 4-H Day Flyer...

Poster Boards ($2.50) and Sleeves ($.50) available
at Purdue Extension Warren County 14 Railroad Street, Williamsport, IN

Mini 4-H Projects:

NOTE: Completed Project Record Sheet MUST Accompany the Exhibit.
Mini 4-H is a program designed for boys and girls in 2nd grade.  They are not required to attend meetings; however, county meetings and workshops may be available and attendance is encouraged.

There are activities In each of the Mini Projects.  To complete the project, the 4-Her needs to complete two of these activities.  The 4-Her may choose from three exhibit options to bring to the Fair. You maycomplete each of the projects listed below for your project but, only one exhibitfrom the project can be displayed at the 4-H Fair. Refer to project manuals for project instructions.

Mini 4-Hers may choose two of the following projects:

Mini Bugs Manual - Insect Trivia internet Activity  
     Insect Trivia (Activity)
     Exhibit ONE of the following at the Fair:
          1. A bug scrapbook
          2. Camoufl age critters
          3. Bug net
Mini Flight
     Exhibit ONE of the following at the Fair:
          1. Spacey suits
          2. Simple rocket using recyclable materials
          3. Poster of how birds and planes are similar
Mini Foods Manual
     Make ONE of the following at the Fair:
          1. Trail mix
          2. Rice crispy treats
          3. Granola
Mini Garden
     Exhibit ONE of the following at the Fair:
           1. A 2-liter terrarium
           2. A fantastical plant
           3. Grow a vegetable
Mini Puppy Manual
     Exhibit ONE of the following at the Fair:
          1. A puppy care kit
          2. Puppy biscuits
          3. A poster
Mini Wildlife Manual
     Exhibit ONE of the following at the Fair:
          1. An animal book/model
          2. A poster
          3. A birdhouse

For more information, contact:
Mini 4-H Superintendent -
          or Warren County Extension Office 762-3231