Changing iCloud ID to match new Apple iD

Hello,
I recently changed my name and made a new email account, so I've been slowly trying to change my IDs to match. I changed my Apple ID to my new email, but when I attempted to switch my iCloud information to match the new Apple ID in "settings" on my iPhone and ipad, I was not able to select the iCloud ID bar to change it.
Any suggestions?

Hey Jessicaspitters,
Thanks for the question. After you change your Apple ID, you’ll want to follow these directions for updating the iCloud account on iOS devices:
Apple ID: What to do after you change your Apple ID
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5796
iCloud
iOS 6 and later: Go to Settings > iCloud.
- If you signed out before changing your Apple ID, enter your current Apple ID to sign in. The data from your iCloud account will download to your device.
- If you're still signed in with your previous Apple ID:
1. Scroll down and tap Delete Account. Depending on what iCloud options are turned on, you'll be asked to confirm that you want to delete data from your device. To confirm, tap Delete. (If you're using iOS 7 and have Find My iPhone turned on, you'll be asked to enter the password for your previous Apple ID. Enter the password, then tap Turn Off.) The data will be deleted from your device, but not from iCloud.
2. Enter your current Apple ID to sign in. The data from your iCloud account will download again to your device.
Thanks,
Matt M.

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