WE THE PEOPLE

 

A Cultural Diversity Patch

 

“You live in a pluralistic society—a society in which numerous distinct ethnic, religious, and cultural groups co-exist to form one nation of people, our United States of America. The strength of our nation and its success in the world have come from contributions of these different groups.  You can gain a pluralistic attitude through an appreciation of the diversity in people.” From GSUSA

 

Leader Information:

                Girls may wish to vote on which culture to explore as a troop OR Each girl can choose a specific culture OR A girl may wish to do her own culture.

                Brownies must complete 1,4,5 and 7.      Juniors and above must complete all requirements.

 

Requirements:

 

As a troop or individual, decide on a culture to explore.  Complete the following activities around your chosen culture and document your work in a scrapbook:

1.                    In a composition, dramatic presentation, or mural, identify at least three holidays, celebrations, or ceremonies in your chosen culture.

2.                    Women throughout history have contributed greatly to society.  List 5 women who are from this cultural background and what they have done.  Has there been and is there now a specific role women play in this culture?

3.                    Many words such as calico, succotash, spaghetti, schlep, and dandelion, would not be part of our language without the great influx of various cultures to America.  List at least six other words or phrases that originated from other cultures.

4.                    Dress styles are different all over the world.  Draw or dress in a style that was, or is, part of the culture you have chosen.  Include hairstyles, shoes, make up, jewelry, etc.

5.                    Music is a universal language.  Learn about an instrument, song, or dance from your culture.  Give a performance or teach it to another troop.

6.                    On a map show the various places from which people of your chosen culture have traveled or immigrated.

7.                    Prepare and serve a traditional food from your culture at a troop meeting or group gathering.

APPLICATION FOR WE THE PEOPLE PATCH

 

Date____________________

 

# of patches________________________

Cost of patches ( Call GSWP)

Total troop cost_____________________

 

Leader’s Name__________________________________  Phone_________________________

 

Address_______________________________________________________________________

 

Troop #__________________  Level____________________________

 

Did you work on this as a troop?_______ What requirements did you complete?

 

List the cultures you explored?

 

 

Briefly evaluate this program: