Here Endeth Another Term

[smallhobbit]

Two weeks ago the Brownies made slime - supervised by parents.  The results were predictably messy, but enjoyable.  They also did a quiz based on various tools, asking what they were called and what they could be used for.

Last week we didn't meet.  Doodles (the leader) was ill.  Peacock, a nurse, wasn't back from work.  And Flamingo's laptop had dug its heels in and refused to work.  So, since we have to have at least two leaders present for a zoom meeting, we had to cancel, which was sad, but unavoidable.  (It also proves we are in no position to go back to face-to-face with all the restrictions that would bring.)

This week I led an activity on how to know when a car is going to turn and other road codes for cars.  Which involved pretending to be driving a car, which they all enjoyed.  I followed on with how to be safe when crossing a road.  Doodles then took over and the Brownies looked at various items and said whether they were a need, or a want, and they had to estimate how much they cost.  Generally they had little idea about the latter, but were clear about things which they needed, eg school uniform, bread, milk and what they wanted eg chocolate (the leaders agreed afterwards that this was really a need!) and fizzy drinks.

Having completed all these activities, they have now earned their Brownie Live Smart badge.



In the past we have worked for Stage 3 badges (as Brownies they can do either Stage 2 or Stage 3), which provide a bit more of a challenge for the older girls (9-10 years) and we provide a bit more help to the younger ones (7+ years).  This time we went for the easier challenges, which gave the Brownies a chance just to relax and be slightly silly (in a regular meeting they wouldn't have wanted to pretend to be driving a car, last night they thought it was fun).

Last night one of the mothers (a single parent) messaged to say how grateful she was to the leaders for running Brownies, because for her daughter the Brownie meeting is the highlight of the week.  It makes it all worthwhile.

Comments

[angelofthenorth]

Last night one of the mothers (a single parent) messaged to say how grateful she was to the leaders for running Brownies, because for her daughter the Brownie meeting is the highlight of the week. It makes it all worthwhile.

That's lovely.

[smallhobbit]

It is! Things aren't easy for the family, so to know we're making a difference is great.

[angelofthenorth]

Oh and the necessity of chocolate:

One of the shops in town is trying to argue that as they sell Thorntons in 20% of the store that they class as an essential retailer and should be allowed to open under pandemic regulations. Trading Standards (who manage these things) Officer agreed with them, but fortunately it was squashed thoroughly by his boss....

[smallhobbit]

Probably correct - but sad nonetheless!

[stonepicnicking_okapi]

Always nice to hear what the Brownies are up to and sounds like it is a good end of term. So far I have withstood the slime craze with the boys but the craft store is chocked full of supplies so I know it's popular.

[smallhobbit]

Some of the slime worked better than others - I think the fun came in making it.

[corvidology]

What a lovely message to get from a parent. ♥

[smallhobbit]

It was. It makes such a difference knowing that we are helping.

[aome]

Very smart to do a slime lesson while things are still virtual, so YOU don't have to clean up! :-D

[smallhobbit]

We thought so!

[st_aurafina]

Last night one of the mothers (a single parent) messaged to say how grateful she was to the leaders for running Brownies, because for her daughter the Brownie meeting is the highlight of the week.

Oh, that's some lovely feedback. I'm glad all your work is making things better for the kids.

[smallhobbit]

We were delighted. It's really encouraging to hear something like that.

[luthienberen]

I love the range of activities you offer the girls, truly creative and educational opportunities all fun. Glad you have a break until next term!

The comment from the mother is touching x

[smallhobbit]

We aim to be varied!

It was :)

[debriswoman]

So good to see you are getting such positive feedback. You are making a difference :-)

[smallhobbit]

Thank you. It's good to know we are :)

[methylviolet10b]

Yay for the positive feedback! It's great to get confirmation about the positive difference you're making in your community (which you definitely are). I always look forward to reading about your Brownie leader adventures.

[smallhobbit]

It's always encouraging to hear it. I'm pleased you like my Brownie updates.

[adafrog]

That sounds like a lot of fun. And teaching them very necessary skills!

[smallhobbit]

It was. And if they enjoy doing something they're more likely to remember it.

[rusty_armour]

I'm sorry the Brownies had to miss a week, but it sounds like you made up for lost time with your most recent meeting! The Brownies obviously learned a lot and had a lot of fun too.

It was so nice of that single parent to send the Brownie leaders that message. I'm sure knowing that the Brownie meeting is the highlight of her daughter's week does make it all worthwhile. And I bet this isn't the only Brownie who feels this way. :-)

[smallhobbit]

Yes, and we'll do the activity which was missed next term.

I'm sure there are other Brownies who really look forward to the weekly meeting, and get very excited when they earn badges.