A Note on Uniforms
� Girl Scouts at each level have one required element for the display of official pins and awards ( tunic , sash or vest .)
� For girls in grades Kindergarten through 12 , the unifying look of the Girl Scout uniform includes wearing a choice of a tunic , vest or sash for displaying official pins and awards , combined with their own solid white shirts and khaki pants or skirts . Girl Scouts in high school can also wear a scarf that unites their look with the sisterhood of Girl Scouts around the world .
� For adult members the unifying look of the uniform is a Girl Scout official scarf , or tie for men , worn with the official membership pins , combined with their own navy blue business attire .
� Girl Scouts at the Daisy and Brownie levels also have a full uniform ensemble available including pants , shirts and skorts etc .
� Uniforms are required for official display of pins and awards and when girls officially represent the Girl Scout Movement .
� Official representation of pins and awards should include a 5-digit troop or group number and GSWPA Council ID strips .
� Uniforms are recommended for regular meetings , outings , etc .
Understanding Healthy Development in Girls
Just being attentive to what girls are experiencing as they mature is a big help to girls . So take some time to understand the likes , needs , and abilities of girls at different ages .
As you listen and learn along with girls , you may find it useful to review the highlights of their development . What follows are the developmental abilities and needs of girls at various grade levels . You ’ ll also find these listed in the adult guide of each Leadership Journey . Plus , the activities in the Journeys are set up with the following guidelines in mind ! Of course , each girl is an individual , so these are only guidelines that help you get to know the girls .
GSRI reports in More than S ’ mores that participating in casual outdoor activities in Girl Scouts , like playing , walking , or taking field trips in the outdoors made girls stronger problem solvers and challenge seekers . These outdoor experiences often place girls in new physical , psychological , and social situations that motivate curiosity and foster a sense of discovery . These challenges “ require girls to become more self-aware and to cooperate , communicate , and solve problems .” ( 2014 , page . 5 )
Girl Scout Daisies
At the Girl Scout Daisy level ( K-1 st grades ), girls … This means . . . Have loads of energy and need to run , walk , and play outside . Are great builders and budding artists , though they are still developing their fine motor skills .
They ’ ll enjoy going on nature walks and outdoor scavenger hunts . Encouraging them to express themselves and their creativity by making things with their hands . Girls may need assistance holding scissors , cutting in a straight line , and so on .