The Girl Scout Cadettes in our troop had sold boxes of cookies. They had made headbands, ornaments, and bath bombs to sell at our holiday boutique. They ran a successful garage sale…
Read On!Decisions, Decisions: Helping Your Troop Discover Consensus
Troop Basics & Traditions
Troop leader central, whether you’re a brand-new leader or a seasoned veteran—learn about Girl Scouting basics and time-honored traditions!
Balancing Act: Strategies When You’re Her Parent and Troop Leader
For many troop leaders, one of the primary reasons for volunteering is to spend quality time with their daughter. Maybe you fall into this camp too—you look forward to bonding with…
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The Girl Scout Silver Award: 4 Tips for a Successful Proposal
Making the world a better place? That’s a job for a Girl Scout. When girls go for the Silver Award—the highest award Cadettes can earn—they get the opportunity to use their leadership skills to create change…
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Lead Activities Like a Pro—Even When You Don’t Feel Like One!
Variety—it’s the spice of life. Did you know that troops who participate in a wide array of activities report a better Girl Scouting experience than those who don’t? This should…
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5 Steps to Teach Girls Conflict Resolution
Everyone in your troop gets along like peas in a pod. When it’s time to partner up for an activity, girls pair off without squabbling about who gets to be…
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The 411 on the Three Processes
As Girl Scouts, girls will climb to new heights—whether that means ziplining through the rainforests of Belize or ascending to the Highest Court in the Land. Just as important as what girls do, though, is how they…
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