P a g e 1 | 15 Guiders level 1&2 2025 Star Session Plan Session Name Star Session Facilitator Viru and Nabee Members Involved Date, Time & Venue 13th July 2025 / 7.00-10:30 pm Objectives By the end of the session, participants will be able to: - Conduct an effective and structured Star meeting. - Implement activities outlined in the Star Handbook correctly. - Make Star meetings lively and enjoyable using games and songs. - Plan and conduct a Star Enrolment Ceremony. - Organise and manage a Colour Party. - Conduct a Fly-Up Ceremony meaningfully. - Prepare a Star meeting plan and maintain proper records Time (in minutes) Sub Topics Details & Discussion Items Needed Responsib ilities 5min Energizer Flamingo and Penguin Instructions: • Start standing. Explain that a Flamingo hunts Penguins and they turn into Flamingos. • Demonstrate how a Flamingo – one arm is raised to imitate the Flamingo‘s head – lifts its knee with slow, swinging movements, while a Penguin is walking with waddling, fast, small steps. • Choose a player to be the first Flamingo, tell all Penguins to run. • With a peck on the head of the Penguin, the Flamingo transforms Penguins into freshly-created Flamingos that now hunt remaining Penguins. none 2 min Introduction & Objectives • Clearly explain the purpose of the Star session. • Display written objectives on a chart or board. • Briefly explain how the session will help them in real Star meetings Objective chart / flip chart 10 min Introduction to the Star Programme • What is the STAR Programme? • Age group (5–7 years) • First experience of Guiding • Focus areas: o Fun Religious and Cultural Activities • Mosque Visit o Learn about mosque etiquette. o Observe different areas of the mosque. o Learn simple information about prayer and cleanliness. • Visit to an Islamic Centre or Religious PPt and Handbook
P a g e 2 | 15 o Values o Sharing o Confidence o Learning through play Discussion Points: • STAR is not formal schooling • Children learn through: o Games o Songs o Stories o Hands-on activities STAR Guiders build the foundation for the entire Guiding journey. Institution. • Participate in special religious events suitable for their age. Community and Service Activities • Tree Planting • Beach Clean-up • Park • School Clean-up Campaign • Community Beautification Activities • Distributing thank-you cards to community helpers • Visiting an elderly care home (where appropriate and approved) Nature and Environment Activities • Nature Walk (Hingaalun) • Bird Watching • Leaf Collection and Identification • Shell Collection and Observation • Garden Visit • Recycling Awareness Activities • Learning about local plants and trees Educational Visits • Fire Station Visit • Police Station Visit • Hospital or Health Centre Visit • Library Visit • Museum Visit • Post Office Visit • Airport Visit • Harbour Visit Skills and Learning Activities • Road Safety Walk • Observation Hunt • Treasure Hunt • Photography Walk • Map Reading Activity • Healthy Living Walk Fun and Friendship Activities • Picnic • Outdoor Games Day • Sand Castle Competition • Team Building Challenges • Scavenger Hunt • Kite Flying Activity
P a g e 3 | 15 During Any Outdoor Activity Leaders should ensure: • Permission from parents and school authorities. • Adequate supervision. • First aid arrangements. • Drinking water and sun protection. • Safety briefing before the activity. • Reflection or discussion after the activity to reinforce learning. 5 Min Show STAR uniform Show them a Star uniform and how it is worn. Explain the importance of uniform in our movement. It is important to note that leaders should set an example to the youth by wearing uniform to Star activities. Star Uniform Wings (mention) 10 Min Badges Let them know Some there are badges they earn and these represent Explain: • Purpose of badges • What badges represent: o Effort o Participation o Learning • Not competition Ppt, laptop, projector • Myself • World Around Us • Sharing With Others slip form school needed for MGGA to sell Badge 60 mins Model Meeting STAR MEETING PLAN General Guidelines • STAR Meetings should be conducted once every week for one hour. • Unit Leaders should come prepared with a Meeting Plan. • Stars may wear their Star Uniform from the very first meeting. • Leaders should wear their Working Uniform during meetings and conduct at least one meeting each month in Official Uniform. COMPONENTS OF A STAR MEETING 1. Stars Arrive / Pre-Meeting (5 Minutes) • Stars arrive 5 minutes before the meeting begins. Ppt, laptop, projector
P a g e 4 | 15 • Bags should be placed in the designated area. • Have a quiet activity ready as Stars arrive. • Create a welcoming atmosphere with bright smiles, friendly greetings, and fun activities. • Making the pre-meeting enjoyable encourages punctuality. 2. Opening Ceremony (10 Minutes) Forming the Circle Stars form a circle led by the Unit Leader or a Line Leader (Star). Make it fun by asking Stars to: • Skip to the circle • Fly like an aeroplane • Sing a circle song • Walk like an animal Hoisting the Colours Three Stars are selected: • One Star is the Colour Bearer carrying the Star Pennant. • Two Stars act as Guards. • They walk shoulder-to-shoulder to the centre of the circle. • The Colour Bearer places the Star Pennant in the post. • They return to their places in the circle. Subs and Attendance • Collect subscriptions (if applicable). • Take attendance. 3. Activity 1 – Things I Touch and Feel (Feeling Bag) Purpose • Sensory development, Vocabulary building, Observation skills and Communication skills Materials A bag containing different objects such as: • Cotton, Spoon, Shell, Toy animal, Leaf, Ball, Pencil, Small brush Instructions 1. Place different objects inside a bag. 2. One Star at a time puts her hand into the bag. 3. Without looking, she feels an object.
P a g e 5 | 15 4. She describes how it feels (soft, rough, hard, smooth, etc.). 5. She tries to guess what the object is. 6. After guessing, show the object to the group. 4. Story Time (10 Minutes) Read a story suitable for the Stars' age group. Storytelling may include: • Story books • Puppets • Toys • Pictures • Actions and expressions Encourage Stars to: • Listen carefully, Answer questions and Share their thoughts about the story 5. Activity 2 – Group Divider Game: Animal Names Purpose A fun way to divide Stars into groups. Instructions 1. Give each participant a small piece of paper with the name of an animal written on it. 2. Participants place the paper in their mouths and hold it gently. 3. Without showing the paper, participants move around making the sound of their assigned animal. 4. They find others making the same animal sound. 5. Once they find one group member, they stay together and search for the remaining members. 6. When all members are found, they form a circle. 6. Activity 2 Game – Catch the Fish Objective Catch as many fish as possible by blowing them into the fishing plate. Materials Needed • About 20 paper fish cut-outs • 1 plate or shallow tray • A piece of cardboard for each Star How to Play 1. Scatter the paper fish around the floor.
P a g e 6 | 15 2. Place a plate in the centre or designated area. 3. Give each Star a piece of cardboard. 4. On the leader's signal, Stars fan the fish using the cardboard. 5. The aim is to move the fish into the plate using only air. 6. A fish is considered “caught” when it lands inside the plate. 7. Continue until all fish are caught or time is up. 8. The Star who catches the most fish wins. Rules • Do not touch the fish with hands, feet, or cardboard. • Fish may only be moved using air from the cardboard. • Play fairly and encourage one another. 7. STAR Time (5 Minutes) Stars may: • Have a drink • Sit with friends • Relax and socialize 8. Clean-Up (5 Minutes) Make clean-up fun by: • Singing a clean-up song • Racing against the end of a song • Working together as a team Encourage Stars to take responsibility for their meeting space. 9. Song Time Sing a Star song or another suitable group song. 10. STAR Time • anything they can do dring water or interval or go to toilet 11. BREAKING THE COLOURS 1. Stars return to the circle. 2. Three Stars walk to the Star Pennant. 3. The Star in the middle removes the Pennant. 4. They walk to the Leader and hand over the Pennant.
P a g e 7 | 15 5. The ceremony is conducted respectfully and quietly. 12. TAPS Day is done, gone the sun, From the sea, from the hills, from the sky. All is well, safely rest, Allah is nigh. STAR DUTIES A STAR Duty Chart helps Stars develop: • Responsibility • Leadership • Teamwork • Confidence Every Star should have an opportunity to serve. 20 Min Investiture Ceremony for Stars 1. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an A Star should be selected beforehand to recite verses from the Holy Qur'an and be given adequate time to prepare. 2. Hoisting of Colours Three Stars can be selected as the Colour Party. • The Colour Bearer carries the Star Pennant and stands between the two Guards. • They walk shoulder to shoulder to the flag post. • The Colour Bearer places the Star Pennant in the flag post. • The Colour Party then returns to their places. 3. Welcome Speech A Star may be selected beforehand to deliver the welcome speech and be given time to prepare. 4. Enrolment Ceremony Formation • Stars follow the Unit Leader in a line and form a circle. • The Assistant Leader stands at the end of the line. • Once the circle is formed, the Unit Leader approaches the Warrant Guider and says: “My Unit is ready for Enrolment.” Introduction • The Warrant Guider joins the Stars in the circle. Ppt, laptop, projector
P a g e 8 | 15 • She may say a few words to make the Stars feel comfortable and confident. Promise The Warrant Guider asks: “Do you know your Promise?” or “What is your Promise?” The Stars and the Warrant Guider then hold hands together in the circle. And repeat the Promise together: “I promise to share and be a friend.” When reciting the Promise, Stars raise their joined hands. Badge Presentation • The Warrant Guider shakes hands with each Star. • The Enrolment Badge is pinned onto the scarf of each Star. • It is recommended to take a photograph of each Star during this special moment. 5. Skit or Performance The Stars may present: • A song • A short skit • A recitation • A dance or action song • Any item of their choice 6. Speech by the Chief Guest The Chief Guest addresses the gathering and encourages the newly enrolled Stars. 7. Vote of Thanks A selected Star thanks everyone who contributed to the success of the ceremony, including: • Chief Guest • Parents • Leaders • Teachers • Participants 8. Lowering of Colours Three Stars are selected for this duty.
P a g e 9 | 15 • The Colour Bearer stands between the two Guards. • They walk shoulder to shoulder to the flag post. • The Colour Bearer lowers and collects the Star Pennant. • The Colour Party walks back and hands the Pennant to the Leader. 9. National Anthem • An audio recording of the National Anthem is played. • All Guiders should salute while the National Anthem is being played. • The Stars sing the National Anthem respectfully. Notes Enrolment of Absent Stars • A Star who is unable to attend the Investiture Ceremony may be enrolled during a regular Star Meeting. • Alternatively, she may join the enrolment ceremony of another school with her Leader. Unit Enrolment • Stars should be enrolled Unit by Unit. Certificate Preparation • A list of Stars, including their ID Numbers, should be submitted in an Excel sheet at least one week before the enrolment ceremony to facilitate certificate preparation Note: To continuously improve future ceremonies, feedback should be collected 10 min Badge Awarding Stars can earn three badges as part of their STAR programme: • Sharing with Others • World Around Us • Myself These badges should be awarded once a Star has successfully completed all the required badge work. Rather than waiting until the end of the year, badges may be presented during a Star Meeting Award Ceremony. This allows Stars to proudly wear their badges on their sash and celebrate their achievements immediately. Leaders presenting the badges should: • Wear their official uniform. • Use the official award presentation language during the ceremony. Explain Award Badges as Soon as They Are Earned Recognizing achievements promptly encourages motivation and enthusiasm among Stars. Ppt Cutouts of badges paper sash Paper scarf Demonstra tion: - Show badge cut-outs -Paste on sash Explain: -Award badges as soon as earned -Can be part of meetings -Use official language
P a g e 10 | 15 Badge Awarding Can Be Part of Regular Meetings A short badge presentation can be included during a weekly Star Meeting, making the recognition meaningful and special. Use Official Language Leaders should use the official award presentation wording when presenting badges. Leaders Should Be in Uniform The Leader conducting the badge presentation should wear the official uniform to maintain the importance and dignity of the ceremony. Badge Presentation The Leader calls the Star forward and says: "Congratulations, Star. You have successfully completed the requirements for the (Badge Name) badge. We are proud of your effort and achievement. I am pleased to award you this badge." The Leader then presents the badge, shakes the Star's hand, and encourages the group to give a round of applause. ⭐ Awarding badges promptly helps Stars feel recognized, valued, and motivated to continue their Guiding journey. -Leaders should be in uniform 20 Min Flying Up Ceremony for Stars Opening Ceremony • Recitation from the Holy Quran • Parade and Hoisting of Colours • Welcome Address by the Master of Ceremonies (MC) • Brief Introduction to the Flying Up Ceremony Flying Up Ceremony The Stars who are flying up will stand in rows of six members per row. Additional rows should be formed according to the total number of Stars participating in the ceremony. Each Star will hold a Trefoil, symbolizing the values and spirit of Guiding. Positioning Two LittleMaids stand at the front: • One on the right side • One on the left side Flying Up Process 1. The first row of six Stars moves forward. 2. The three Stars on the right side approach the LittleMaid standing on the right. 3. The three Stars on the left side approach the LittleMaid standing on the left. 4. Each Star, in turn, presents her Trefoil to the LittleMaid and says: Ppt, laptop, projector
P a g e 11 | 15 Passing the symbol, Receiving Badge. "Now that You have Finished your Star program, we are helping you to guide your way, may this Guiding symbol we hand you guide you from day to day.” The LittleMaid receives the Trefoil and responds: "Welcome to LittleMaid." 1. After handing over the Trefoil, the Star moves to the back of the formation. 2. Once all six Stars have completed the process, the next row moves forward. 3. The same procedure continues until every Star has completed the Flying Up Ceremony. LittleMaid Welcome Performance After all Stars have flown up, the newly joined LittleMaids present a short performance to celebrate their transition. This may include: • A song • A dance • A drama or skit • A recitation • Any other suitable presentation Optional Archway Ceremony As a symbolic welcome into the LittleMaid Section: • Guiders and parents form an archway. • The newly flown-up LittleMaids, carrying their backpacks, walk through the archway. • At the entrance of the archway, a LittleMaid stands ready to welcome them. • As each member walks through, it symbolizes her official entry into the LittleMaid Section and the beginning of a new Guiding journey. Closing Ceremony • Address by the Chief Guest • Vote of Thanks • Lowering of Colours • National Anthem Suggested MC Closing Words "Today we celebrate the growth, achievements, and new beginnings of our Stars as they take their next step in Guiding. May they continue to learn, lead, and shine brightly as LittleMaids.
P a g e 12 | 15 Congratulations to all our members who have successfully flown up. Thank you to our Chief Guest, parents, guiders, and everyone who made this ceremony meaningful and memorable." End of Flying Up Ceremony Note: To continuously improve future ceremonies, feedback should be collected 20 Min Star Outing The Star Outing is the main annual event of the Star Branch and is conducted nationwide. Each year, a theme is selected and shared with all Star Leaders well in advance (approximately 2– 3 months before the event) through an official letter and Star Leaders' Viber groups. In Malé, the outing is conducted on the date specified in the MGGA Calendar. However, schools in the atolls are given the flexibility to organize their outings within the designated period mentioned in the official letter. Atolls or islands with more than one participating school (for example, Addu and Kulhudhuffushi) are encouraged to conduct the outing together as a team, similar to the practice in the Malé area. Addu has successfully followed this approach over the past several years. A small MGGA team (usually one member funded by MGGA) may visit these locations, adding value and support to the event. Meeting 1 – Initial Planning Meeting A planning meeting is held with Star Leaders from Malé. Information Collected • Total number of Stars participating • Availability of schools and venues • Number of Guiders, staff, and other members attending • Discussion of the annual theme • Distribution of activities among schools • Discussion and finalization of the menu Activity Planning Schools are assigned activities related to the theme. This allows leaders to: • Develop creative and practical activity ideas • Prepare materials and resources • Be ready to present their activity plans during the second meeting A minimum of two representatives from each school should attend this first meeting. Outing Fee The outing fee is discussed and finalized. The fee is usually based on: • Treasure hunt gifts • Activity materials and stationery
P a g e 13 | 15 • Outing badges • Other event expenses Guidelines: • The fee should generally not exceed MVR 130, including outing badges. • Some schools in the atolls collect only MVR 30 for the two badges, as parents provide food and other requirements. • In Malé, schools generally collect MVR 100, while parents arrange food unit-wise. Registration Following the meeting, a registration link is shared with school leaders through the Star Leaders' Viber group. Meeting 2 – Activity Review and Venue Planning This meeting is usually conducted one week after Meeting 1. During this meeting: • Leaders present the activities they have prepared. • Activity plans are reviewed and refined based on group feedback. • Final adjustments are made to ensure activities align with the theme and venue. Grouping by Location Depending on the venue, schools are divided into location groups. Usually: • 4–5 schools are assigned to each location. Each location group: • Determines its own meeting schedule. • Creates a Viber group for communication and coordination. This leads to the third planning stage. Meeting 3 – Location-Based Planning Meeting Meeting 3 is conducted among the schools assigned to the same outing location. The purpose of this meeting is to finalize arrangements using the Star Outing Checklist. Tasks to be Completed Appoint a Location Leader A leader should be selected to coordinate all activities and communication at the location. Arrange Meals Discuss and agree upon: • Meals for leaders • Arrangements for Stars' meals
P a g e 14 | 15 The MGGA team may occasionally join the meals and contribute financially towards breakfast expenses. Inspect Classrooms and Facilities • Inspect available classrooms. • Allocate units to specific classrooms. • Ensure adequate facilities for all participating groups. Decide Decorations • Plan and allocate decoration responsibilities. • Ensure decorations reflect the annual outing theme. Participation The Star Commissioner should be involved in these meetings. Committee members are also encouraged to attend and support the planning process. Additional Star Outing Responsibilities MGGA assigns a team to each location to oversee the outing and coordinate with the school team. Responsibilities of the MGGA Team Outdoor Action Activity Coordinate and supervise activities such as: • Hingaalun (nature walks) • Tree planting • Community action projects • Theme-related outdoor activities Closing Ceremony Assist with the organization and smooth running of the closing ceremony. Creative Gifts for Invitees Prepare or coordinate special appreciation gifts for invitees and guests. Badge Presentation Assign members to conduct badge presentations and award ceremonies. Registration Monitoring Ensure participant registration and attendance are accurately recorded. Note: To continuously improve future ceremonies, feedback should be collected 5min Cleanup Ppt, laptop, projector Shared cleanup Thank participants
P a g e 15 | 15 Encourage confidence as STAR Guiders Documents/Handouts Things Needed Setting of Room Evaluation Energizers Any Others