First Girl Scout: The Life of Juliette Gordon Low Hardcover – February 6, 2012

Very fun and educationalAge 10 reading levelSet up like a social studies book with artifact pictures.

I found the life of Juliette Low fascinating, but I think this book tries to be too much to too many. It's packaged for young girls, but I doubt few of them would stick with it in spite of its lovely graphics and compelling old photos. After thoroughly researching her topic, the author succumbs to the temptation to put in every detail she's learned. I don't refer to Low's husband's mistress here, which disturbed another reviewer; I refer to too much historical background (e.g., WW I, Spanish-American War, etc.,) and repetitious quotes about Juliette's traits gleaned from loved ones' descriptions...all of which can slow down the story. That said, the author adroitly handled the fact that Low's husband was a slave holder and Confederate officer, while her brothers fought for the Union. This depicted in real terms the tragedy of families being torn apart during America's biggest war. Former Girl Scouts (now adults) will likely learn a great deal about the founder, all of it inspiring. I bought the book for a 13-year-old Scout, and predict that she'll be skipping whole passages while reading it to maintain her focus on Juliette. But that's OK, it might be re-read with expanded enjoyment over that girl's lifetime.

This is an excellent introducton to the Founder of Girl Scouting for children. I gave it as a gift and a Girl Scout bridging ceremony after having first reading it myself. Reading level is about 5th grand but it is a good read-aloud book for younger girls.

Very good book to read.

I loved this book, because I am a girl scout. I loved learning more about her! I would read this book again! You should put this on your "to-read" list.

Very helpful book for my daughter who did her book report on Juliette Gordon Low.

Great book, good details, we purchased it for a book report.

I expected more from a book for middle school children. The story is not consistant with other books I have read.

I chose this book because one of my American friends got it for me for Christmas and I wanted another copy for a friend.This was the only place I found to buy it.