Hidden Figures Lesson Plan

Discuss Mary's work as a Girl Scout Troop leader. Why did she get into it? What goals did Mary have for her troops? Do you think Mary was successful in achieving her goals?

The Girl Scouts of America were committed to preparing young women for the world, and instilling respect for God and the country, along with a good dose of loyalty and honesty. These morals aligned with the way Mary was raised by her parents and their family motto of "sharing and caring" and she dove headfirst into the volunteer work. Mary's troops mostly consisted of girls from working-class families who were more often than not struggling to make ends meet. Mary wanted the girls to have new life...