Mini 4-H and KinderClovers
Mini 4-Hand KinderClovers
Mini 4-H is a program designed to encourage positive development of children, Kindergarten through second grade (though not all counties are able to offer this to all grades). The goal of Mini 4-H is to help young children explore friendships outside the family; explore the way in which things work; practice both small and large muscle control; and think about the ways people work together on projects.
The NON-COMPETITIVE learning environment for Mini 4-H includes:
- Planned learning activities in which children are invited to be active and explore materials and ideas without the pressure of completing a specific product or exhibit.
- Low adult/leader to child ratio that allows time for adults/leaders to provide individual, positive encouragement and assistance.
- Simple, interesting activities that are fun.
- Encouragement of children to participate in a group activity by sharing and or displaying their activity projects.
- Rewards that are identical and/or ribbons of the same color for everyone.
Enroll for Free at 4-H Online
KINDER CLOVERS
Kinder Clovers are a special part of the 4-H program – just for Kindergartners! Kinder Clovers is learning what 4-H is all about and exhibiting a project at the Cass County 4-H Fair. Kinder Clovers can enroll and exhibit up to 3 projects at the fair. To complete your Kinder Clover project, you must complete the appropriate record sheet and turn it in with your project on the Saturday that all projects are due. 
Projects for Kinder Clovers are: Crafts/Models; Animals/Livestock; Foods; Bugs and Cookie Decorating. No livestock will be shown by Kinder Clovers. All Kinder Clovers will receive a Kinder Clove participation ribbon.
Kinder Clovers Enrollment Form,or enroll with 4-H Online!
KinderClover Project Manuals
Kinder Clover Animals & Livestock Project Manual
Kinder Clover Bugs Project Manual
Kinder Clover Cookie Decorating Project Manual
Kinder Clover Crafts & Models Project Manual
Mini 4-H
Mini 4-H is open to any boy or girl in first or second grade at the time of enrollment. Mini 4-H is for those who would be interested in exploring 4-H and taking part in the Cass County 4-H Fair.
Up to three projects are recommended but no more than eight projects for exhibit by a Mini 4-H Member, this is including livestock projects. All Mini 4-Hers will receive a Mini 4-H participant ribbon.
Save the Date: 2026 Mini 4-H Day Camp will be on Friday, June 19th.
Mini 4-H Enrollment Form, or enroll with 4-H Online!
Mini 4-H Projct Manuals
Mini Flowers & Plants Project Manual Mini Toy Farm Scene/ Dollhouse Project Manual
Mini Wildlife Project Manual Mini Sun, Stars & Space Project Manual-TBA
Mini Farm Animals Project Manual Mini Sewing Project Manual
Mini Reading Project Manual Mini Foods Project Manual
Mini Forestry Project Manual Mini Crafts Project Manual
Mini Models/ Lego Project Manual -TBA Mini Collections Project Manual
Mini Electric Project Manual- TBA Mini Robotics Project Manual
Mini 4-H Beef Manual Mini 4-H Cat Manual
Mini 4-H Dairy Manual Mini 4-H Dog Manual
Mini 4-H Llama Manual Mini 4-H Poultry Manual
Cass County Mini 4-H Day Camp
Save the Date for 2026 Mini 4-H Day Camp: June 19th
Cass County 4-H is hosting Mini 4-H Day Camp on June 19th at the Cass County Fairgrounds. All first and second graders are invited to attend the camp and learn and Grow with 4-H! Current 4-Hers will be leading activities and serving as Camp Counselors, to help encourage kids to learn and grow!
We will be learning about science, Indiana wildlife, health, art & crafts and more! You can meet live animals, ride in an electrician's bucket truck, explore the fairgrounds and see what 4-H projects are your favorite!
Lunch is included and a T-shirt will be provided for the day!
You do not have to be enrolled in Mini 4-H to join us at Camp, directions for enrolling are available below! Space is limited, Register before June 6th or while there are spaces available.
To register, complete the registration form below and return to the Cass County Extension office, along with payment of $15 cash or check, made out ot the Cass County 4-H Association. Then, finalize enrollment by completing the health form and choosing a t-shirt size through 4-H Online, available at https://2025CassMini4-HDayCamp.4honline.com. We must have a completed registration form, health form and payment before being able to attend camp. Once enrolled, reminders and a schedule will be sent at the end of May.
2026 Mini 4-H Day Camp Registration Form will be available soon
Not a 4-H member but still want to participate? No Problem! You are welcome to attend!
