"Juliette (Daisy) Gordon Low was a remarkable woman with ideas that were ahead of her time. She witnessed important eras in U.S. history, from the Civil War and Reconstruction to westward expansion to post-World War I. And she made history by founding the first national organization to bring girls from all backgrounds into the out-of-doors. Daisy created controversy by encouraging them to prepare not only for traditional homemaking but also for roles as professional women--in the arts, sciences, and business--and for active citizenship outside the home. Her group also welcomed girls with disabilities at a time when they were usually excluded. Includes author's note, source notes, bibliography, timeline, places to visit, recipes, The Girl Scout Promise and Law, and sheet music for the favorite scout song "Make New Friends.""-- Provided by publisher.

Love and war clouds -- The Civil War -- Chicago and reconstruction -- Summers and schools -- At the Cliffs -- Finishing school -- Love and marriage -- Europe -- Wars -- A life-changing luncheon -- An idea for all of America -- Launching a dream -- The dream builds -- The organization grows -- Busy on behalf of girl scouts -- Camp Macy -- A big little woman's legacy.