*Inspired by an activity choice in the GSUSA 1980s program for Across Generations
Younger children learn through play. Bright colors, fun shapes, letters, and toys all help their brains grow. You’ll choose one of three projects to create something special for little kids:
- An Alphabet Book helps them connect letters to words and images.
- Cardboard Letters let them touch, stack, and play while learning the alphabet.
- A Safe Toy can be simple, creative, and built just for young hands.
Once you’ve made your item, you’ll use it with real children (like younger siblings, neighbors, or friends) and observe how they interact with it. Do they smile, get curious, ask questions, or play in a certain way? Watching them helps you learn about how kids grow and respond.
Take Action
Choose one project to make, use it with younger children, and record what you observe.
My Project Choice:
☐ Alphabet chart or book
☐ Cardboard letters
☐ Safe toy
Use My Project:
- Who will I use it with?
☐ Sibling
☐ Neighbor
☐ Family friend
☐ Group at school/troop
☐ Other: _________________________
Using My Creation:
☐ I played or read with younger children
☐ I explained how the activity works
☐ I asked what they liked or noticed
☐ I let them explore and play
Observation Notes:
- What did the children do while using my project?
- What parts made them curious or happy?
- Did they say anything interesting or surprising?
- What would I improve or do differently next time?
The Badge Archive 