Patch Details: 3 inch patch (IRON ON)-metallic threads (PRE-ORDER) Proceeds of this patch will be donated to Dolly's Imagination Library. (minus the cost) This Dolly program was created to honor her accomplishments, celebrate her, learn more about her, and remembering the vital roles women play in shaping history, culture, and daily life. FREE KIT will be emailed to you when you purchase the patch to assist you in learning more about her. Please note when ironing a metallic thread patch, do not directly iron on the front of the patch so the metallic threads will not be damaged. complete 1 requirement to earn this patch 1. Dolly Parton was born in Tennessee on January 19, 1946. Find out more about Tennessee. Where it is located in the USA, the state flower or bird. 2. Dolly was raised in the Great Smoky Mountains, which is now part of a national park. Choose any national park or the Great Smoking Mountains to learn more about. It could be in your state or one that you always wanted to visit. What state is it located in? What type of trees, monuments, animals, and terrain does it have? For extra, visit a national park. You can also earn the park ranger trainee patch comes with free kit 3. Dolly Parton became a lifetime member of Girl Scouts in 2007. Complete a badge, patch program, community service project or activity to show participation in the Girl Scout program. 4. When she was growing up her mom made her a coat of many colors which she patchworked together from scraps of fabric. Make something from recycled clothing or fabric OR sew an item OR create a patchwork item using a square pattern. (check out our sewing kits) 5. Dolly loved butterflies and adopted them as her personal emblem. Color a butterfly, OR learn more about butterflies, OR create a butterfly craft or accessory. 6. Dolly was know as the “Queen of County” her songs tells stories. Choose one of Dolly’s song to listen to OR sing along to, OR write your own short song or poem that tells a story. 7. She created the Imagination Library to benefit children with gifts of free books and encourage the joy of reading and dreaming. Choose a book to read, OR donate books from your books at your home, OR donate new books to children in need. 8. She was known for her unique fashion garments and glamorous designs. She was famous for adding rhinestones, cowgirl fringe, and high fashion that would show well on stage and photograph beautifully. Design and outfit on paper use different designs and colors, decorate paperdoll outfits, OR decorate a t-shirt, totebag or create a accessory for yourself. 9. She learned how to play the guitar at age 7 and started writing her own songs. She performed on the radio as a child, at age 13 the Grand Ole Opry, moved to Nashville after high school, and was inducted into the hall of fame in 1999. Decorate a guitar on paper representing Dolly, OR watch a video, OR read a short story, OR read more about her timeline of her singing career and accomplishments, OR watch a documentary or interview with Dolly. 10. Dolly was also an actress. One of her famous movies was 9 to 5. Test out your acting skills and play charades, OR participate in a skit or play, OR dress up for fun like you are going to a movie or play, OR create a mask or movie prop, OR attend a movie or play with a friend or family member. 11. In 1986, she opened the Dollywood Park. It specializes on theater shows about Dolly, musical guests, rides, festivals, and southern classic Appalachian style food. It also has an area to learn more about Dolly, her clothing, songs, quotes and more. Choose your own requirement to learn more about Dolly. Examples: View outfits and appearances on the internet or book, OR visit any area that represents Dolly (museums, statues, etc.), OR enjoy a recipe of hers or some comfort food, OR visit Tennessee OR Dollywood.
