Skills Training, 18 August 2025

 Hi Guides! Today, the Year 1s and 2s did Badgework on Accident Prevention, Writers and Dental Health. Some Year 1s, 2s and 3s also shared on their STEM Badge through presentations.

Reflection from a Year 1 in P4:

On 18th August 2025, Monday, we had to do our Badgework for three badges: Accident Prevention Badge, Writers’ Badge and Dental Health Badge. For the Accident Prevention Badge, we played Kahoot and answered about 20 questions about basic safety precautions. For the Writers’ Badge, we had to write two things. First, an original story between 1000 to 1500 words, and second, either a skit that can be performed for a school event, lasting about 10 minutes, a short poem in recognised verse form, an article or campfire yarn of about 250 words or an essay on our favourite Guides person. For the Dental Health Badge, we had to create a poster including the structure and function of teeth, the various oral hygiene aids and their correct use, the importance of good nutrition for good dental health, and six foods which contain free sugars and how they affect dental health. As a patrol, we also needed to demonstrate to the ICs how a younger child can be taught to practice good oral hygiene. We were given a total of an hour to complete the Badgework as much as possible on that day. This badgework tested our time management skills as one hour was not a lot of time to complete two essays and a poster. Most of us started with the Writers’ Badge first, writing all sorts of genres such as horror and fantasy. For the second task, majority of us wrote poems. The ICs walked around and asked us for the second task of the Dental Health Badge while we were writing. We talked about how we had to brush the top, bottom, inside and outside of our teeth, as well as going to the dentist for a check up once every six months. I feel that this 集合 and badgework has taught us the importance of 报时 and time management, and this was something that all of us could work on.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P2:

Completing the Writers’ and Dental Health Badgework, as well as taking part in the STEM badge sharing, has been a meaningful and eye-opening journey for me as a Year 2 Girl Guide. Through these experiences, not only did I gain new knowledge, but I also discovered more about myself, especially in terms of discipline, teamwork, and confidence. For the Writers’ Badgework, I learnt how to express my ideas with greater clarity and creativity. Writing has always been something I enjoyed, but this activity challenged me to write with purpose and structure. I had to consider my choice of words carefully, set the right tone, and think about how to truly engage the reader. It showed me that writing is not simply about putting words on a page, but about communicating feelings, perspectives, and messages in a way that resonates with others. It taught me the importance of planning before writing and revising after finishing. Working on the Dental badgework gave me a sharper awareness of personal health and hygiene. I learnt not just about oral care routines, but also about the science behind tooth decay and how to build healthy habits for life. This experience reminded me that small daily practices, such as brushing and flossing, play a big role in preventing long-term problems. I also grew more confident in sharing what I had learnt with my family and peers, knowing that my knowledge could make a practical difference to their well-being. Finally, the STEM badge sharing allowed me to explore scientific concepts in a fun and hands-on way. It helped me realise that STEM is not only about solving problems but also about nurturing curiosity and creativity. The sense of discovery I felt made me excited to keep learning and applying science beyond the classroom. Overall, these Badgework activities taught me the importance of perseverance, responsibility, and the joy of sharing knowledge with others. More than just fulfilling requirements, they have inspired me to keep growing as a learner, a Guide, and a contributor to my community.

We hope that everyone has enjoyed this 集合 session and were able to learn more about Accident Prevention and Dental Health, as well as being able to write with their own creativity!

Published by:

Goh Kae Lyn

57th 届 Secretary