Skills builders
Communicate stage 1
Express myself
Whether you’re using words, body language or emojis - get your message across.
The communicate skills builder will help you really express yourself, whether you prefer to talk, sign or text. Stage 1 is recommended for Rainbows
Here's a taste of the activities you can look forward to trying at this stage. Ask your leader about all the things you'll need to do to earn this badge.
Your turn my turn - Are you a chatterbox or a great listener? Find out how to be both in this activity.
This is what I believe - Make your mind up! Do you agree or disagree with other people?
Chatterbox - Speak loud and proud in this activity where you get to take centre stage.
Sing along, sign along - Get your singing voice and signing hands ready to perform a campfire song in Makaton. This activity was developed with support from The Makaton Charity.
Funny faces - Smiles, frowns and pouts – they all tell other people how you’re feeling. How well can you can read people’s faces?
Completing your skills builders
There are 12 skills builders to work towards with your unit. Each skills builder has 6 stages to complete during your time at Girlguiding, from Rainbows to Rangers. You’ll get a badge for every stage you complete. To complete stages 1-5, your unit will do 4 out 5 fun activities.
Earn this badge
Ask your leader about the activities you need to do to complete this stage, and record your progress in your badge book.