We’re often told that we live in the age of information. It’s true that we’re surrounded by data—from TV, the Internet, and our friends. But not all information is created equal. Some is misleading, and some is downright wrong. It’s important to know how to uncover the truth in what we see and hear, to…
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Ultimate Recreation Challenge
You’re at the peak of your exciting Girl Scouting career and ready to do something big. You’re no stranger to the outdoors—you’ve been camping, hiking, canoeing—but the Ultimate Recreation Challenge is a chance to deepen your experiences. You’ll go on five adventures where you can step up your outdoor skills and do awe-inspiring things you’ve…
Voice for Animals
As consumers of beauty products, clothing, and chicken nuggets, and as pet owners, horseback riders, or circus spectators, our relationships with animals play a big role in our lives. What are the specifics of the complex relationship between animals and humans? If you want to know more so that you can make informed choices—and help…
Water
Water surrounds us, sometimes in such quantities that we forget how precious it is. Water is familiar and it’s mysterious. It exists as a liquid, solid, or gas. It falls from the sky and exists deep within the earth. Water can nourish us and challenge us. In this badge, experience the bliss of a clear…
Website Designer
View the world with a web journalist’s eyes, and you’ll find the story in everything. Build yourself a safe space online, where you can show your readers what moves you and share stories and causes with friends. You might end up getting to know yourself a little better, too. 1. Find a worthwhile subject for…