Vintage “The Ditty Bag” Songbook by Janet E. Tobitt | Classic Girl Scout & Campfire Songs Collection

Capture the spirit of classic campfire singing with this vintage edition of The Ditty Bag, compiled by Janet E. Tobitt, one of the most influential figures in Girl Scout and folk music history. This beloved songbook was originally published in the 1940s, offering a delightful collection of traditional folk tunes, rounds, and Girl Scout songs that brought joy to gatherings, hikes, and troop meetings for generations.

Janet E. Tobitt, a respected educator and music compiler, created The Ditty Bag to help young people learn the power of song and fellowship. The booklet’s navy blue cover and simple illustration of a drawstring bag symbolize the treasured tunes that scouts carried with them—songs about friendship, adventure, and the great outdoors.

Filled with easy-to-sing lyrics and simple arrangements, this collection became a staple in Girl Scout troops, youth camps, and schools throughout mid-century America. Its portable design made it easy to tuck into a backpack or uniform pocket—ready for any campfire or sing-along.

🎵 Key Features:

• Title: The Ditty Bag

• Compiler: Janet E. Tobitt

• Publisher: Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. (early edition)

• Genre: Songbook / Folk Music / Scouting Memorabilia

• Era: 1940s–1950s

• Material: Softcover with illustrated navy cover

• Audience: Scouts, campers, and youth music groups

💫 Why You’ll Love It:
This vintage Girl Scout songbook is a charming reminder of simpler times when music and community shaped the scouting experience. Ideal for collectors, teachers, historians, and vintage book lovers, The Ditty Bag remains a symbol of the enduring joy found in shared song and adventure.

Celebrate the harmony, camaraderie, and history of the Girl Scouts with this authentic Janet E. Tobitt collectible—a true treasure from America’s musical past.