Bridging is the process of preparing and celebrating a Girl Scout's transition to the next Grade Level.

The bridging troop/group typically does an activity from the Girl Scout resources associated with the upcoming grade level and completes a project or does an activity with a troop/group at the next grade level. 

After the troop/group has had a taste of what lies ahead for them in Girl Scouts, they hold a ceremony to mark the transition.

Here are the specific bridging requirements for each grade level:

• To Brownies
• To Juniors
• To Cadettes
• To Seniors
• To Ambassadors

Read more about Bridging Ceremonies and talk with leaders in your Service Unit who have conducted bridging activities.

And, you will find tons of bridging information by searching the Internet for "bridging" and/or by visiting www.scoutingweb.com and use the search feature to search for "bridging".

Bridging Leaders/Co-Leaders -- To prepare yourself for the next gradel level, you do not require any additional structured training. Here are some suggestions for your "bridging" process:

1. Review the social/developmental characteristics of girls at the next grade level by reviewing the Volunteer Essentials section on Program and the Adult-Girl Partnership.
2. Review the Troop Year Planning Guide for the next grade level.
3. Review the Program Resources (Journeys, Handbooks, etc.) for your next grade level.
4. Talk with leaders in your Service Unit who are working or who have worked with girls at the next grade level.