Youth Activity Archive

Activity Description: Learn how Girl Scouts was founded in friendship and color a Juliette Gordon Low: The Spark Across the Ocean page.

Items Needed:

• The Start of Girl Scouts Story
• Juliette Gordon Low: The Spark Across the Ocean coloring page
• Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
• (Optional) Space to display finished coloring page

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 10–15 min):

1. Learn Daisy’s story. (2–3 min)
   • Read about how Daisy started Girl Guides in Scotland and England before bringing the idea to the United States in the Start of Girl Scouts Story.
   • Notice how friendship and global connection helped shape the start of Girl Scouts.
2. Look at the coloring page. (1–2 min)
   • Point out Daisy’s image on the 2025 quarter.
   • Notice the symbols and words on the coin.
3. Color the quarter. (4–6 min)
   • Use crayons, markers, or colored pencils to color the picture.
   • Add details or patterns that remind you of friendship or the start of Girl Scouts.
4. Add personal touches. (2–3 min)
   • Write a word or draw a small symbol that represents Daisy’s spark or global friendship.
5. Reflect together. (1–2 min)
   • Share one thing learned about Daisy and how friendship helped Girl Scouts grow around the world.

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This activity does not meet any Scouting America Requirements

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For More Fun Ideas and Plans

Join the Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Leader Help Facebook Group
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Join the Girl Scout Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Leader Help Facebook Group
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See other Recommended Facebook Groups for some Scouting Organizations
_{(No official Groups)}

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