| BROWNIE RESOURCES |
| Here are some resources that will help you with your Brownie Troop. If you know of any other resources that should be listed here please let Gabriele Hammon know so they can added here |
| BROWNIE GIRL SCOUT HANDBOOK This book provided the foundation of the Girl Scout program for six-to-eight-year olds. Included in its pages are acitivities, the Girl Scout Promist and Law, Girl Scout history and traditions, safety tips and topics. TRY-ITS FOR BROWNIE GIRL SCOUTS Many youngsters agree tht earning Try-Its is one of the best parts of being a Brownie Girl Scout. This book includes all the information needed to help girls earn the awards, which they can then wear on their vests or sashes. ISSUES FOR GIRL SCOUTS SERIES This unique series of books addresses important, comtemporary topics in a non-threatening manner, providing girls with opportunities for thought, discussion and interaction. 1. READ TO LEAD FOR BROWNIE GIRL SCOUTS This booklet introduces girls to the wonders of reading and writing, and encourages them to hone these skills by doing interesting activities. 2. CONNECTIONS FOR BROWNIE GIRL SCOUTS In a world comprised of people representing many ethnicities living and working together, it is important for girls to appreciate diverse populations. This publication opens the door to understanding by using informative text, games and activities. 3. GIRLS ARE GREAT! FOR BROWNIE GIRL SCOUTS Sometimes being a girl can seem difficult for youngsters. This booklet helps girls applaud and appreciate being female. 4. MEDIA KNOW-HOW FOR DAISY AND BROWNIE GIRL SCOUTS Because the media is so powerful and pervasive, girls should become savvy and literate consumers. This publication helps to accomplish those goals. FUN AND EASY ACTIVITIES 1. FUN AND EASY NATURE AND SCIENCE INVESTIGATIONS This booklet contains activities and worksheets that any leader anywhere can use to guide girls through their own science and nature explorations. No special equipment required. 2. FUN AND EASY ACITIVITES-NATURE AND SCIENCE This activity books used adventure, self-expression, and whimsy to help Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts explore nature on their own or with the family. Also a great source of troop and group pre-activities. GIRL SCOUTS AGAINST SMOKING: DAISY AND BROWNIE GIRL SCOUTS The dangers of smoking are undeniable and this pamphlet addresses them through accurate information and engaging activities. SPORTS DIARY In the new millennium, girls are increasingly enjoying the benefits of sports and fitness. The Sports Diary enables six-to-eight years olds to recor their accomplishments in these areas. GAMES FOR GIRL SCOUTS Playing games is as much a part of Brownie Girl Scouting as any other activity. This book will give you, as a Girl Scout leader, tons of ideas for games that you may remember from your childhood as well as variations on them and completely new ones. CEREMONIES IN GIRL SCOUTING Sometimes, when planning a ceremony, you need a spark of inspiration or an answer to a questions of etiquette. Ceremonies will provide the answers. TREFOIL AROUND THE WORLD Girl Scouting in foreign countries can be fascinating in both its similarities and differences to waht is done in the United States. Trefoil Around the World provides insights into Girl Scout organizations in all the WAGGGS Countries. GIRL SCOUTS GO GLOBAL! With the world more interconnected than ever before, it is important for girls to have a firm understanding and appreciation of other cultures. Go Global! provides just the information and activities that will help to fulfill this goal. This publication combines bright, flashy graphics with great activities to win the interest of girls and adults alike. All the resources listed above can be purchased at the Girl Scout Store. |
| Here are a few web sites to help you with different Try-Its. www.phgsc.org/Try-It.htm www.geocities.com/gsgreenneck/try-it.html |
| NEW RESOURCES FOR BROWNIE GIRL SCOUT TROOP LEADERS Calling all new and/or busy troop leaders! There is a new council=created resource that has been developed just for you! We want to make this a great year for you and to help make that happen, three troop leader guides have been created for the Building Art, Eat Right, Stay Healthy, and the Her Story Try-Its. Each guide gives you step-by-step directions for three troop meetings that center around one of the three Try-Its listed above. Activites include those need to complete the Try-It, as well as some new fun projects and experiments that will add to the overall girl experience. Each guide contains helpful hints for leaders, discussion prompts and activity directions, as well as supply and advance preparations tips. You can access copies of these guides either at yourlocal service center or you can find them online in the program sections of the council web site. We hope this will help you get started on a great year of Girl Scouting! |