Volunteer Connections by Girl Scouts of Nassau County

A stereotype is “a simplified and standardized conception or image, invested with special meaning and held in common by members of a group” [1] . For example, saying “tall girls are good at basketball” is an example of a stereotype.   If you ever find yourself casting people in certain roles without thinking about them as individuals first, you might be using a stereotype.    Movies, TV Shows, and even advertisements might cause you to think in stereotypes.   One example of a stereotype is the “evil stepmother” often portrayed in fairytales. It may very well be the case that a stepmother is a kind-hearted and loving woman and mother. You shouldn’t want to be a certain way just because someone else thinks you should.   You should not feel pressure to be something you are not.   Supplies Needed ·          Paper ·          Pens ·     ...

Have You Learned the #GimmeFive Dance? First Lady Michelle Obama challenged us to learn the #GimmeFive Dance … Well, challenge accepted! With the Girls Go the Distance Walkathon and Activity Fair, which is all about leading a healthy life, less than 2 weeks away, this is the perfect time to get moving by learning the dance. So, here is what you need to do: Watch the #GimmeFive dance video and learn the dance moves. Practice the dance. Join us on April 26 at the Girls Go the Distance Walkathon and Activity Fair as we take on the challenge and do the #GimmeFive Dance as our pre-walk warm-up. If you don’t have the best moves when it comes to dancing, no worries… just like Girls Go the Distance, this dance is all about having fun, making memories, and laughing with friends. So, join us. #letsmove 

According to a study of girls, “The New Normal?” explored by the Girl Scout Research Institute , “…Being healthy was repeatedly described not only as eating right and looking good, but also as feeling good about oneself and having good relationships with one’s peers. [1] ”  Healthy Living is a balance between the physical, the emotional, and the social well being.  This month, we are going to be social by learning about the people who are around us. Each week you meet with a group of girls who all share a common activity… Girl Scouts.   You meet with these girls to work on interest projects, sell Girl Scout Cookies , and do community service.   But what can you tell me about the girl sitting across from you?   Could you tell me what her favorite food is or what some of her dreams are? Activity This Health Living Initiatives Activity is about getting to know the girls who are in your Troop.   Attached you will find the Girl Scout Troop Scavenge...