Judging is an important part of 4-H activities and a useful skill to develop. It helps members look at different options and make smart choices based on what they want and need. Plus, it builds self-confidence and improves public speaking skills.

4-H Judging involves observing and comparing like items in a class (whether livestock or life skill based) and placing those items in a ranked order from 1st - 4th place. Judging is a fun way to practice your critical thinking skills and learn about what is involved in judging 4-H classes at Fairs and Exhibitions.

The 4-H PEI Judging Competition allows members the opportunity to strengthen their evaluation skills as they judge different classes. Each class offers 10 minutes of instruction by the official judge, and 10 minutes for judging by the members. After evaluating each exhibit individually, a ranking is assigned to the entire class by both the members and the judge for that class. The goal of the members is to have their rankings match that of the judges.