Love to move and dance.
They might especially enjoy marching like a
penguin, dancing like a dolphin, or acting out
how they might care for animals in the jungle.
Are concrete thinkers and focused on the here and
now. Showing instead of telling, for example, about
how animals are cared for. Plan visits to animal
shelters, farms, or zoos; meet care providers; or
make a creative bird feeder.
Are only beginning to learn about basic number
concepts, time, and money. You’ll want to take opportunities to count out
supplies together—and, perhaps, the legs on a
caterpillar!
Are just beginning to write and spell, and they don’t
always have the words for what they’re thinking or
feeling. That having girls draw a picture of something
they are trying to communicate is easier and
more meaningful for them.
Know how to follow simple directions and respond
well to recognition for doing so. Being specific and offering only one direction at
a time. Acknowledge when girls have followed
directions well to increase their motivation to
listen and follow again.
Girl Scout Brownies
At the Girl Scout Brownie level (2 nd & 3rd), girls… This means . . .
Have lots of energy and need to run, walk, and play
outside.
Are social and enjoy working in groups. Taking your session activities outside whenever
possible.
Allowing girls to team up in small or large groups
for art projects and performances.
Letting girls lead, direct, and help out in activities
whenever possible. Allow girls as a group to
make decisions about individual roles and
responsibilities.
Doing more than just reading to girls about the
Brownie Elf’s adventures. Ask girls questions to
gauge their understanding and allow them to
role play their own pretend visit to a new
country.
Offering only one direction at a time. Also, have
girls create the schedule and flow of your get-
togethers and share it at the start.
Offering support only when needed. Allow girls to
set schedules for meetings or performances,
count out money for a trip, and so on.
Want to help others and appreciate being given
individual responsibilities for a task.
Are concrete thinkers and focused on the here and
now.
Need clear directions and structure, and like knowing
what to expect.
Are becoming comfortable with basic number
concepts, time, money, and distance.