The original manual of the Camp Fire Girls, an organization among whose founders were Dr. & Mrs. Luther Halsey Gulick, was published in 1912. The motto of the Camp Fire Girls, "WoHeLo," was also the name of the Gulick's summer camp on Lake Sebago, ME. It stood for "work, health, love." "The primary purpose of Camp Fire," said Dr. Gulick, "is to promote service to others, team work, and opportunities for a well rounded life."
The Book of the Camp Fire Girls is an essential guide to the activities, games, and traditions of this iconic American organization. With detailed instructions on everything from outdoor skills to community service, the book offers a comprehensive look at the life-changing experiences available to girls who participate in Camp Fire. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American youth organizations and the role they have played in shaping American culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Camp Fire Girls at School; Or, The Wohelo Weavers by Hildegard G. Frey: In this installment of the popular Camp Fire Girls series, we follow the adventures of young campfire girls as they navigate the challenges of school, friendship, and growing up. Along the way, they learn the values of Wohelo, the Camp Fire Girls' motto of work, health, and love. Key Aspects of the Book "The Camp Fire Girls at School; Or, The Wohelo Weavers": Coming of Age: Frey's novel is a classic tale of growing up and navigating the complex world of school and social relationships. Camp Fire Girls: The novel introduces readers to the world of the Camp Fire Girls and the values they promote, including community service, healthy living, and personal growth. Friendship and Love: The book explores the power of friendship and the importance of love and compassion in building strong relationships. Hildegard G. Frey was an American author and educator known for her popular series of books for young adults, including the Camp Fire Girls series. Born in Wisconsin in 1889, she worked as a teacher and school administrator before beginning her writing career. Her books were praised for their wholesome values and engaging characters.
Through the lens of America’s first and most popular girls’ organization, Jennifer Helgren traces the role and changing meaning of American girls’ citizenship across critical intersections of gender, race, class, and disability in the twentieth-century United States.
Girls, I have some great news for you. I'm sure you'll be interested, and I hope you'll be as delighted as I am. Come on, all of you. Gather around in a circle just as if we were going to have a Council Fire and I'll tell you something that will-that will-Teddy Bear your teeth. A chorus of laughter, just a little derisive, greeted Katherine Crane's enigmatical figure of speech. The merriment came from eleven members of Flamingo Camp Fire, who proceeded to form an arc of a circle in front of the speaker on the hillside grass plot near the white canvas tents of the girls' camp. "What does it mean to Teddy Bear your teeth?" inquired Julietta Hyde with mock impatience. "Come, Katherine, you are as much of a problem with your ideas as Harriet Newcomb is with her big words. Do you know the nick-names some of us are thinking of giving to her?" "No, what is it?" Katherine asked. "Polly."
“This psychological thriller follows a girl with dark secrets to a school with uneasy mysteries of its own . . . Gripping, violent and terrifying.” —Kirkus Reviews A New York Public Library “Best of the Teen Age” Angela’s parents think she’s on the road to ruin because she’s dating a “bad boy.” After her behavior gets too much for them, they ship her off to Hidden Oak. Isolated and isolating, Hidden Oak promises to rehabilitate “dangerous girls.” But as Angela gets drawn in further and further, she discovers that recovery is only on the agenda for the “better” girls. The other girls—designated as “the purple thread” —will instead be manipulated to become more and more dangerous . . . and more and more reliant on Hidden Oak’s care. “Teens might behave dangerously themselves to get their hands on this page-turner with its commentary on education.” —Booklist “The struggle and eventual triumph of the bad girls over the evil teachers makes for an intriguing conflict that many teens will appreciate.” —School Library Journal “Compelling and page-turning . . . For any fan of gothic, dark, gripping action, The School for Dangerous Girls should not be missed.” —TeensReadToo.com
This book is a biography of Edith M. Kempthorne who was the Camp Fire Girls' first field secretary. A pianist from New Zealand who started the first Camp Fire group in Alaska in 1913, she worked for the Camp Fire girls from 1915 until she retired in 1949. She traveled widely in the United States helping to organize Camp Fire councils and directing training for Camp Fire guardians.
Margaret Vandercook's 'The Ranch Girls at Boarding School' is a delightful coming-of-age novel that follows the adventures of four teenage girls as they navigate life at a prestigious boarding school. The book is written in a light and engaging style, with vivid descriptions of the school setting and the friendships that develop among the characters. Set in the early 20th century, the novel provides a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of young women during this time period, making it a valuable literary work for understanding the historical context of girls' education. Margaret Vandercook, a prolific author of children's books, drew inspiration for 'The Ranch Girls at Boarding School' from her own experiences growing up and attending boarding school. Her intimate knowledge of this world shines through in the book, lending authenticity to the characters and their interactions. Vandercook's portrayal of strong, independent young women breaking free from societal constraints offers a refreshing perspective on female empowerment. I highly recommend 'The Ranch Girls at Boarding School' to readers who enjoy classic coming-of-age stories with a focus on friendship, independence, and personal growth. Vandercook's insightful narrative and engaging storytelling make this novel a timeless treasure for readers of all ages.
