Girl Scout Cookies are sold by Girl Scouts USA to raise money. The recipe for the basic sugar biscuits used dates back to the 1920s and 1930s. Thin Mints are the best-selling variety, accounting for 25% of total sales. The cookies are not sold in stores or online. Girl Scout Cookies are packaged cookies sold […]
Adolescent growth spurt in girls begins around age 10 with height gain, breast and pelvis enlargement, and pubic and underarm hair growth. Menarche usually occurs at age 13. Adolescence is characterized by social, psychological, and physiological changes. Girls’ psychological development includes increased intelligence and identity formation. Peer groups help them become independent, but may also […]
Girts are structural components that provide lateral support to building walls. They can be made from various materials and are installed early in the framing process. Rebar is attached to vertical supports and building codes specify their size and hardware. Belts should not be visible in the finished design and cannot be removed without a […]
Flower girl dresses are worn by girls who play the role of the flower girl at weddings. The tradition is most common in North America and Europe, and the dress is usually formal and matches the overall color scheme. The flower girl’s dress is accessorized with child-appropriate sashes or jewelry. The tradition of flower girls […]
To find a good Christmas present for a teenager, ask what they want and make sure parents approve. Consider bath products, hair care items, music players, books, or gift certificates. Flame retardant pajamas and clothes are safe options. Include a gift receipt. Probably the best way to find a good Christmas present for a teenager […]
60% of US congresswomen were once Girl Scouts, as were many first ladies and family members. Despite this, only 8% of US women were Scouts. Famous Scouts include Lucille Ball and Martha Stewart, and over 2 million young Scouts and 900,000 adult members exist in the US. Over 200 million boxes of Girl Scout cookies […]
Amber Lee Ettinger, known as “Obama Girl,” gained fame in 2007 for her role in the viral video “I Got a Crush…on Obama.” She has since made other politically themed videos and identifies as Obama Girl on social media. The video was made by Barely Political and was controversial for its sexualized content. Obama himself […]
Brownie Girl Scouts are a diverse organization promoting girls’ education in the outdoors, business ventures, and the arts. They earn badges through “Try-Its” and belong to democratically led troops. Established in 1914, they were one of the first organizations to support diversity and inclusion. Girls can join by contacting a local board or calling (800) […]
A flower girl is a young girl who carries flowers in a procession, often at weddings. They symbolize purity and youth and wear simple white dresses. They scatter flowers down the aisle and are chosen by the bride from young relatives or friends. A florist is a young girl who carries flowers in a procession. […]
Stieg Larsson was inspired by Pippi Longstocking when creating Lisbeth Salander in “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.” Larsson imagined an adult Pippi with ADHD and a dysfunctional life. Larsson died in 2004 before seeing his books become bestsellers. “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson is a successful Swedish crime novel that […]
The Girl Scouts of the USA is a youth organization for American girls founded in 1912. There are six levels of membership based on age, and activities include camping, earning badges, and community service. Girl Scouts celebrate special holidays and can participate in travel programs called Destinations. The Girl Scouts of the USA is a […]
Daisy Girl Scouts are the youngest group in the Girl Scouts of America, for girls aged 5-6. Joining is easy through local offices, with a fee of $10 per year. Group activities include crafts, trips, and community service, with badges earned for completing tasks. Girls can transition to Brownie Scouts when they are old enough. […]
The term “girl Friday” refers to a female administrative assistant who handles various organizational tasks or personal matters. It can also refer to a female companion who provides support and encouragement. The term originated from the book Robinson Crusoe, where the protagonist’s assistant was named “Man Friday.” The term girl Friday is generally used to […]
The term “daddy’s girl” can mean a close father-daughter relationship, a daughter who relies on her father for everything, or a woman who is sexually involved with someone. These interpretations have advantages and problems, including codependency and spoiled behavior. The Electra complex is also discussed. Some believe the phrase promotes unhealthy acceptance of incest or […]
“Big girl blouse” is a derogatory term used to describe a feeble or effeminate man who whines or is fussy. It originated in Great Britain and Australia in the 1960s and may have come from a phrase describing fluttering clothes. It is sometimes expressed as “big girl shirt” and is not commonly used in the […]
