Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
Released in 2021 but is considered part of the 2011 Girl’s Guide. The Junior page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Explore symmetry, make a radial or concentric pattern, track or recreate fractals, and learn about the Fibonacci sequence.
Choose your own activities!
Activity List(Not Available Yet)
Our Summary* of requirements:
- Draw or craft a symmetrical nature-inspired art piece (butterfly wings, leaves, snowflakes, making a symmetrical pose and outlining the shadows, etc.)
- Make something from symmetry (draw or sculpt leaves, butterfly wings, yourself, etc.)
- Make art with a radial (spider webs) or concentric (onion rings) pattern
- Look for fractals in nature and either track them or recreate them (draw, press into clay, make 3D art with pie cleaners and beads, etc.)
- Learn the Fibonacci sequence and understand it makes a spiral and then find spirals in nature and draw, act, or chart your findings
* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.
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What is a good Troop Meeting Plan besides the VTK?
- Shapes in Nature – Fall Fun Meeting Plan compiled by The Badge Archive
- D/B/J Shapes in Nature – Spring Outline compiled by The Badge Archive
Click to Expand → All Known Meeting Plans and Resource Links
Meeting Plans
- Booklet Info from Scouts Honor Wiki
- Shapes in Nature – Fall Fun Meeting Plan compiled by The Badge Archive
Other Resources
- (Not Available Yet)
See the Activity List – choose your own activities!\ - Shape Hunt Printout Image from Danielle Elmore
- Booklet Info from Scouts Honor Wiki
- View Booklet Online
What is a good way to earn the badge at home?
- None Currently Available
Click to Expand → All Known At Home Plans
At Home Plans
- None Currently Available
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GSUSA Information and Details
Five steps are needed to complete this badge:
- Identify symmetry in nature
- Make symmetrical art inspired by nature
- Create a mandala with symmetry
- Find fractals in nature
- Search for the Fibonacci sequence
Click to Expand → GSUSA Official Resources
- Buy the GSUSA Leader Guide Booklet (View Online)
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- GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) free plan for 2 Meetings – No links available. This is only accessible through MyGS log-in on Council’s website for troop leaders
- Mtg 1: Find Symmetry (in Nature, Snowflake, OR Pose), Create Nature Symmetry (Leaf, Butterfly, OR Human), AND Create Radial Art (Birdseed, Natural Objects, OR Concentric Circles)
- Mtg 2: Fractals (Search, Sculpt Tree, OR Fractal Bouquet) AND Fibonacci Sequence (Food, Animals, OR Flowers)
- Junior Math in Nature Overview by GSUSA
- Junior Math in Nature Glossary by GSUSA
- VTK Fibonacci in Nature by GSUSA
- VTK Natural Fractals by GSUSA
- VTK Snowflake Photo by GSUSA
- VTK Sample Tetrahedron by GSUSA
- VTK Art and Symmetry by GSUSA
- VTK Photos of Symmetry in Nature by GSUSA
- VTK Photos of Butterflies by GSUSA
- VTK Designing with Circular Symmetry by GSUSA
- VTK Make a Golden Rectangle by GSUSA
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?
Learn about the Nature Themed Multi-level GSUSA 2011 badges.
Where does this go on the Uniform?
This is a Skill Based Badge – Click Here to see diagrams and details on where to place it.
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For More Fun Ideas and Plans
for Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Scouts
Join the Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Leader Help Facebook Group
(Not an official GSUSA Group)
This is a supportive Facebook community for Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scout leaders. Whether you’re seeking advice, fresh ideas, or meeting plans, you’re in the right place! Let’s inspire each other, share our experiences, and make every troop meeting a memorable adventure.
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