Youth Programs

When should you start your child in an extracurricular activity? How do you know which one to pick? We'll outline some of the signs your child is ready, and how to determine what activity to start.

Is it unfair for coaches to bench children who try their best but perform poorly? Would it be unfair for a coach to lose that position if they try unsuccessfully to train a child to perform well? What happens to a child's psyche when they are sidelined more than their teammates?

I'm sharing with you some activity ideas to help girls earn their Daisy petal for "Honest and Fair," including games, crafts, trips, and songs.

A swap is a small handmade craft that scouts exchange with each other. Usually handmade, they include a pin for storage and often include information about the givers troop or location.

Winning tips for a great Girl Scout encampment.

Ideas to engage girls as they learn how to be friendly and helpful.

Ideas to engage girls as they learn to be courageous and strong.

Anyone familiar with the Boy Scouts will recognize the Scout Law and the Scout Oath. But what is a Boy Scout pledging when he recites the Scout Oath? Here is the Scout Oath broken down and explained.

Camping with your Girl Scout troop builds memories and helps girls grow into leaders who love the outdoors. Teach girls how to plan their own trip.

Ideas to engage girl scouts as they learn what it means to respect authority and earn their magenta daisy petal

How to plan a Girl Scouts World Thinking Day event with your troop or Service Unit without too much stress.

Little league baseball coaches, here are a few fielding drills to keep your baseball practice plans fun and productive along with some tips on arm soreness and field prep.

Parents and other adults involved in Little League baseball should consider and adhere to a code of conduct that keeps the game positive and educational for all children involved. If your child plays baseball, here is what to expect.

A bridging ceremony in Girl Scouts symbolizes moving to another level of Scouting. Daisies to Brownies, Brownies to Juniors, Juniors to Cadettes . . . .

When you consider drama clubs and classes for children, what conclusions do you draw? Do you think of a room full of confident, extrovert young people with ruthless ambitions for Hollywood or television? Has your own child expressed an interest in...

Where Girl Scout badges and pins go on a vest or sash, and why they go there.