There are some wonderful resources geared towards our youngest 4-H members, our Cloverbuds!
Some of these can be purchased directly from Extension Publications Office or us once we are back in the office.
There are some greatly resources ready to download and use too.
Check out the links on the pictures above.
This year’s 4-H Cloverbot Challenge will be virtual and individual Cloverbuds are encouraged to participate instead of working in groups/clubs.
The Ohio 4-H Cloverbot Challenge gives 4-H Cloverbuds the opportunity to work cooperatively in teams to problem-solve using STEM (science, engineering, technology and math) skills. A new theme is selected each year and teams research a topic, build a working model of their solution to the Challenge issue and create a poster to illustrate their findings. Cloverbuds, team advisors and families come to the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in the spring, for the Challenge event. Teams present their models and findings to a team of reviewers, learn about other Cloverbuds’ projects, participate in age-appropriate STEM activities and are recognized at a closing celebration.
Here’s how it will work:
More Information: https://ohio4h.org/families/cloverbuds/cloverbot-challenge
Deadline for submissions: June 13, 2020
This weeks post is all about helping guide Cloverbuds in setting goals. This is such an important life lesson and we need to help guide them at this young age.
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We loved seeing the demonstrations that were posted. Now, it is our Cloverbud’s turn!
This is the non-competitive and fun challenge for Cloverbud youth. We want to see videos of Cloverbud’s reciting the 4-H pledge. Post videos by Friday, May 22, 2020 on this post.
Once we are back to the office, all participants will receive a special 4-H prize.
Check out the latest post.
The updated 4-H Cloverbud Connections article is ready to read.
https://u.osu.edu/cloverbudconnections/2019/12/09/creating-holiday-cards-for-community-service/
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The 4-H Cloverbot Challenge is a statewide event designed just for our youngest 4-H’ers. Teams work together to research a topic, build a model out of interlocking bricks and create a poster highlighting their experience. On June 29, the teams will come together at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center to share their work, visit with one another, participate in kid-friendly activities, and celebrate their efforts with a closing celebration and award ceremony.
Teams may have a minimum of two members, but no more than eight, and are coached by an adult team leader. Details and registration information can be found at https://ohio4h.org/families/cloverbuds/cloverbot-challenge
Questions? Contact Beth Boomershine at boomershine.10@osu.edu or Sally McClaskey at mcclaskey.12@osu.edu.
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The Ohio 4-H Cloverbot Challenge gives 4-H Cloverbuds the opportunity to work cooperatively in teams to problem-
solve using STEM (science, engineering, technology and math) skills. A new theme is selected each year and teams research a topic, build a working model of their solution to the Challenge issue, and create a poster to illustrate their findings. Cloverbuds, team advisors and families come to the Nationwide Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in the spring, for the Challenge event. Teams present their models and findings to a team of reviewers, learn about other Cloverbuds’ projects, participate in age-appropriate STEM activities, and are recognized at a closing celebration.
This year’s theme is the Cloverbot Astro Challenge and is scheduled for June 9, at the Nationwide & Ohio 
Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus.
Event details can be found here:https://ohio4h.org/events/cloverbot-astro-challenge
ALL TEAMS MUST REGISTER by May 1, 2018: www.go.osu.edu/18cloverbots
Need a kit of blocks to get started?
Teams needing a kit may order one at a reduced rate thanks to funding from the Ohio 4-H Foundation! Kit Includes: a large brick set, a simple & motorized mechanisms set, a build to express set, and a base plate. Reduced Kit Cost: $165
Order Deadline: Checks must be received by March 20 to receive a kit at the discounted rate.
Get the order form here: https://ohio4h.org/events/cloverbot-astro-challenge
The newest edition of the Ohio 4-H Cloverbud Connections Newsletter is now posted to the website: www.go.osu.edu/cbc
Ohio 4-H Cloverbud Connections has been a resource for 4-H volunteers and Extension staff since the 1990’s. The newsletter started as a print version and later transitioned to a blended online and printable resource. The quarterly resource has grown to include a variety of Click it, Print it, Do it activities that are easily accessible and readily available for volunteers. The editors are pleased to announce a new format that will allow readers to subscribe to the site and receive an email notification when new posts are added. The site is searchable by keywords and topic to help readers find content. New posts will be added monthly rather than quarterly in the previous format. The new format will continue to provide a unique blend of education, activities, and fun to build and challenge 4-H Cloverbud Volunteers teaching kindergarten through second-grade youth. Follow this link to visit and enroll – http://u.osu.edu/cloverbudconnections/