If you've heard anything at all about Girl Scouting, chances are you know that Girl Scouts have fun. You probably also know that in Girl Scouts, girls make new friends. But, Girl Scouting also helps girls develop physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Life at the threshold of the 21 st century is full of technological wonders, but we all know that it also offers many difficulties for girls as they grow up. First and foremost Girl Scouting offers an all girl environment.
Research indicates that girls thrive in a single sex environment.
Girl Scouting stresses social responsibility and the importance of helping others. Community service has always been a fundamental aspect of the program. Girl Scouting teaches girls to make short and long term goals and then work toward these goals. Girl Scouting provides opportunities for girls to practice real skills and broaden their horizons as they meet new people and face new challenges. Everyday across America, girls are participating in the program.