GSUSA has two resources for earning journeys:
- The printed Leader and Girl Guides
- The Volunteer Toolkit Meeting Plans
Leader and Girl Guides
The following alphabetical lists identify activities similar to those found in printed materials. These lists are provided for reference only and do not replicate the original activity sequence, specific time frames, or full instructions. For the complete official guidance, please refer to the printed material.
- The official books are now out of print and not available in Girl Scout Shop online.
- Leader Guide is NOT currently available in the Open Library.
- Girl Guide is currently available in the Open Library.
Leader and Girl Guides
- Animal Fun
- Animal Mask Making
- Animal Origami
- Animal Yoga
- “Elephant Parade”
- Fly Dancing
- Kinder Animal Riddle Poem
- Kinder Introduction: African Savanna Elephant
- Kinder Introduction: Bald Eagle
- Kinder Introduction: Cheetah
- Kinder Introduction: Donkey
- Kinder Introduction: Japanese Crane
- Kinder Introduction: Lion
- Kinder Introduction: Panda
- Kinder Introduction: Robin
- Ceremonies
- Snack Ideas
- Apple Cinnamon Snacks
- Apple Ladybugs
- Ants on a Log
- Any Animal Themed Snack
- Bunny Bistro
- Edible Nests
- Japanese Seasonal Fruit Platter
- Quesadillas
- Simple Black Bean Dip served with Jicama Sticks
- Simple Greek Ranch Dip with a rainbow of veggies
- Birdbath Award – Learn about yourself and how to take care of yourself.
- Connect Taking Care of Animals and Taking Care of Yourself
- Red Robin Award – Learn how to take care of animals by yourself.
- Tula Award – Plan and do a Take Action Project (TAP).
Volunteer Toolkit (VTK)
(6) 60 Min Mtgs
The following alphabetical lists identify activities similar to those found in official meeting plans. These lists are provided for reference only and do not replicate the original activity sequence, specific time frames, or full instructions. For the complete meeting structure and official guidance, please log in to GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK).
- Animal Fun
- Ceremonies
- Snack Ideas
- Any Animal Themed Snack
- Edible Nests
- Birdbath Award – Learn about yourself and how to take care of yourself.
- Connect Taking Care of Animals and Taking Care of Yourself
- Red Robin Award – Learn how to take care of animals by yourself.
- Tula Award – Plan and do a Take Action Project (TAP).
PDF Resources available on VTK:
- Daisy Promise and Law
- Girl’s Guide Pg 4-5: Welcome to This Amazing Animal Adventure
- Girl’s Guide Pg 7-10: A Purr-fect Surprise in the Garden
- Girl’s Guide Pg 7-13: A Purr-fect Surprise in the Garden
- Girl’s Guide Pg 14-15: Sharon Beal’s Feature
- Girl’s Guide Pg 17-23: The First Stories: A Little Birdie Told Me
- Girl’s Guide Pg 29-35: 3 Cheers Zinnis Story
- Girl’s Guide Pg 45: Image of Panda
- Girl’s Guide Pg 75: Recipe for Incredible Edible Nests Recipe
- Leader’s Guide Pg 24: Daisy Flower Friends and the Girl Scout Law
- Leader’s Guide Pg 29: Image of Bald Eagle
- Leader’s Guide Pg 41: All About Me Nests
- Leader’s Guide Pg 45: Red Robin
- Leader’s Guide Pg 51: Image of Cheetah
- Leader’s Guide Pg 58-59: Busy Squirrels Song and Dance
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For More Fun Ideas and Plans
Join the Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Leader Help Facebook Group
(Not an official GSUSA Group)
Join the Girl Scout Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Leader Help Facebook Group
(Not an official GSUSA Group)
See other Recommended Facebook Groups for some Scouting Organizations
(No official Groups)
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Click Here -> To see information References:
Disclaimer: The information published on The Badge Archive is built from the references listed below. These sources demonstrate that our content is grounded in facts and research, not opinion or speculation. Readers may consult them directly when looking for additional material.
- Carpenter, Alice, et al. 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals. Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., 2010.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! Pt. 1.” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! Pt. 2.” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! Pt. 3” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! Pt. 4.” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! Pt. 5.” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! Pt. 6.” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Takahama, Valerie, et al. How to Guide Girl Scout Daisies through 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals. Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., 2010.
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