Check out this sneak peek activity from The Amazing Daisies, where you and your friends can turn scrap paper and small discarded items into fun, colorful jewelry —just like Ava, Hazel, and Ellie, who show how creativity and teamwork make every day an adventure!
Read With Us
A series of Girl Scout-inspired stories, guides, and journals for young readers published by HarperCollins.
Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a kinder, better world. And now, young people and their families everywhere can experience the friendships and fun of Girl Scouting through vibrant books and relatable characters you’re sure to love.
This brand-new collection of books for readers ranging from toddlers to middle schoolers will spark imaginations, inspire young minds, and remind girls that they can do anything they set their minds to.
Access fun activities, earn patches, and see what being a Girl Scout is all about!
Add these Girl Scout titles to your bookshelf:
New! Meet the Amazing Daisies
Meet the Amazing Daisies, three best friends who work together to accomplish amazing things, with the first two Level One I Can Read books from Girl Scouts!
LEARN MOREThe Amazing Daisies
Meet the Amazing Daisies—three best friends who work together to accomplish amazing things in this fun-filled Level One I Can Read book. When Ava, Hazel, and Ellie notice there’s no recycling bin at their playground, they come up with a creative plan to help make their neighborhood a better place.
Take Action: You Can Make the World a Better a Place
From finding your passion to getting your friends and community involved, this guide—full of quizzes, journaling prompts, black and white illustrations, and activities—makes changing the world fun. Take Action: You Can Make the World a Better Place is a great resource for the next generation of leaders and changemakers.
Anika and the Great Dog Rescue
Animal-loving Anika is eager to prove she’s ready for a pet. When she discovers a stray dog in her neighbor’s yard, she takes charge—despite school drama and challenges at home. But when the pup disappears, Anika must rally her courage, friends, and community to bring it to safety. The sequel to Maven Takes the Lead, this new middle grade novel from Girl Scouts of the USA was written by New York Times bestselling author Sayantani DasGupta.
To help readers dive deeper into Anika's story, a discussion guide is available which girls can use to talk about their thoughts, feelings, and ideas and share with their Girl Scout friends to get to know each other better. A fun patch is also available for purchase for girls to proudly show their love for this story.
Past Releases
Maven Takes the Lead 
Maven Takes the Lead
Maven Takes the Lead follows Maven and her Girl Scout friends as they discover how to use courage, confidence, and character to make the world a better place. Written by award-winning author Yamile Saied Méndez, this middle-grade novel takes readers on a journey as artistic, imaginative Maven steps up to represent her class in the local robotics competition. Facing doubts and pressure, Maven wonders if she’s really cut out to lead—but her Girl Scout crew never doubts her for a second. With the encouragement of her Girl Scout troop, she discovers the value of being her true self.
To help readers dive deeper into Maven’s story, a discussion guide is available which girls can use to talk about their thoughts, feelings, and ideas and share with their Girl Scout friends to get to know each other better. A fun patch is also available for purchase for girls to proudly show their love for this story.
The Ultimate Friendship Journal
The Ultimate Friendship Journal
Want to make more friends, have less drama in your friend group, and create the most iconic memories with your bffs? This colorful, interactive journal is full of fun activities, quizzes, how-to’s, tips, and writing prompts for you to explore how you can be the best friend you can be. From designing friendship bracelets and learning to tie a special friendship knot to setting goals with your bestie and even figuring out how to get along better, The Ultimate Friendship Journal is essential for navigating the best and bumpiest parts of friendship.
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The Amazing Daisies Make Ice Cream for four to eight year olds.
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