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In 1930, the Boy Scouts of America created a new
opportunity called Cub Scouting for boys younger than Boy Scout Age. Cub
Scouting is a year-round, home-centered program sponsored by a
chartered organization. Cub Scouting emphasizes involvement between boys
and their parents, adult leaders, and friends. In the
multi-dimensional plan of the Boy Scouts of America, Cub Scouting is
where it all begins.
Boys in the first through fifth grades may join a Cub Scout
Pack and be assigned to a Den. A Den is composed of 4 to 8 boys of the
same grade or age level. Most Dens, Tiger Cub Dens (1st grade), Cub
Scout Dens (2nd and 3rd grade) and Webelos Dens (4th and 5th grade)
usually meet twice a month. The Den meetings are usually held at the Den
Leader’s home or rotated through each Den parent’s home. Field trips
are also used periodically as Den meetings. Den meetings usually last an
hour to an hour and a half. Once a month, all of the Dens and family
members gather for a Pack meeting under the direction of the Cub Master.
The Adult leaders and Pack Committee members meet at the monthly
Committee meetings to establish the Pack events. |
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| To accomplish its purposes and achieve the overall goals of building character, learning citizenship, and developing personal fitness, Cub Scouting uses seven methods: 1. Living the Ideals: Cub Scouting’s values are embedded in the Cub Scout Promise, the Law of the Pack, the Cub Scout motto, and the Cub Scout sign, handshake and salute. These practices help establish and reinforce the program’s values in boys and the leaders who guide them. 2. Belonging to a Den: The den—a group of six to eight boys who are about the same age—is the place where Cub Scouting starts. In the den, Cub Scouts develop new skills and interests, they practice sportsmanship and good citizenship, and they learn to do their best, not just for themselves but for the den as well. 3. Using Advancement: Recognition is important to boys. The advancement plan provides fun for the boys, gives them a sense of personal achievement as they earn badges, and strengthens family understanding as adult family members and their den leader work with boys on advancement projects. 4. Involving Family and Home: Whether a Cub Scout lives with two parents or one, a foster family, or other relatives, his family is an important part of Cub Scouting. Parents and adult family members provide leadership and support for Cub Scouting and help ensure that boys have a good experience in the program. 5. Participating in Activities: Cub Scouts participate in a huge array of activities, including games, projects, skits, stunts, songs, outdoor activities, trips and service projects. Besides being fun, these activities offer opportunities for growth, achievement, and family involvement. 6. Serving Home and Neighborhood: Cub Scouting focuses on the home and neighborhood. It helps boys strengthen connections to their local communities, which in turn support the boys’ growth and development. 7. Wearing the Uniform: Cub Scout uniforms serve a dual purpose, demonstrating membership in the group (everyone is dressed alike) and individual achievement (boys wear the badges they’ve earned). Wearing the uniform to meetings and activities also encourages a neat appearance, a sense of belonging, and good behavior. JB
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| Since its origin, the Scouting program has been an educational experience concerned with values. In 1910, the first activities for Scouts were designed to build character, physical fitness, practical skills, and service. These elements were part of the original Cub Scout program and continue to be part of Cub Scouting today Character development should extend into every aspect of a boy's life. Character development should also extend into every aspect of Cub Scouting. Cub Scout leaders should strive to use Cub Scouting's 12 core values throughout all elements of the program—service projects, ceremonies, games, skits, songs, crafts, and all the other activities enjoyed at den and pack meetings |
The Scout Law | A Scout is TRUSTWORTHY | A Scout tells the truth and keeps his promises. People can depend on him. | | A Scout is LOYAL | A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and country. | | A Scout is HELPFUL | A Scout volunteers to help others without expecting a reward. | | A Scout is FRIENDLY | A Scout is a friend to everyone, even people who are very different from him. | | A Scout is COURTEOUS | A Scout is polite to everyone and always uses good manners. | | A Scout is KIND | A Scout treats others as he wants to be treated. He never harms or kills any living thing without good reason. | | A Scout is OBEDIENT | A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and pack. He obeys the laws of his community and country. | | A Scout is CHEERFUL | A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy. | | A Scout is THRIFTY | A Scout works to pay his way. He uses time, property, and natural resources wisely. | | A Scout is BRAVE | A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He stands for what is right even if others laugh at him. | | A Scout is CLEAN | A Scout keeps his body and mind fit. He helps keep his home and community clean. | | A Scout is REVERENT | A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others. | | Character can be defined as the collection of core values by an individual that leads to moral commitment and action.
Character development should challenge Cub Scouts to experience core values
in six general areas: God, world, country, community, family, and self.
Character is "values in action." JB | Cub Scouting's 12 Core Values | - Citizenship: Contributing service and showing responsibility to local, state, and national communities.
- Compassion: Being kind and considerate, and showing concern for the well-being of others.
- Cooperation: Being helpful and working together with others toward a common goal
- Courage: Being brave and doing what is right regardless of our fears, the difficulties, or the consequences.
- Faith: Having inner strength and confidence based on our trust in God.
- Health and Fitness: Being personally committed to keeping our minds and bodies clean and fit.
| - Honesty: Telling the truth and being worthy of trust.
- Perseverance: Sticking with something and not giving up, even if it is difficult.
- Positive Attitude: Being cheerful and setting our minds to look for and find the best in all situations.
- Resourcefulness: Using human and other resources to their fullest.
- Respect: Showing regard for the worth of something or someone.
- Responsibility: Fulfilling our duty to God, country, other people, and ourselves.
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| WHAT THE SCOUT OATH MEANS
Before Cub Scouts agree to the Scout Oath or Promise, they need to know what it means.
On my honor I will do my best... Saying “On my honor” is like saying “I promise.” It means that you will do your best to do what the Scout Oath says. To do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law … A duty is something you are expected to do. At home, you might be expected to make up your bed or take out the trash. You also have duties to God and to your country. You do your duty to God by following the teachings of your family and religious leaders. You do your duty to your country by being a good citizen and obeying the law. You also promise to live by the 12 points of the Scout Law. To help other people at all times … Many people need help. A friendly smile and a helping hand make life easier for others. By helping other people, you are doing a Good Turn and making our world a better place. To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight … The last part of the Scout Oath is about taking care of yourself. You stay physically strong when you eat the right foods and get plenty of exercise. You stay mentally awake when you work hard in school, learn all you can, and ask questions. You stay morally straight when you do the right thing and live your life with honesty.
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The Cub Scout follow Akela.
The Cub Scout helps the pack go.
The pack helps the Cub Scout grow.
The Cub Scout gives goodwill.
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The Cub Scout follows Akela
Akela means "good leader." To a Cub Scout, Akela may be a parent,
a teacher, a religious leader, a Cub Scout leader, or another
guide. A Cub Scout should choose a good leader to follow.
The Cub Scout helps the pack go
Your pack needs you to be a good member. A good member goes to
all meetings, follows the leaders, and pitches in to make the
pack better. Being a good member of the pack means doing your
share, and sometimes a little more, to help the pack.
The pack helps the Cub Scout grow
With the leaders and Cub Scouts all working together, the pack
helps you grow into a better person. You will learn new things
and new skills. You'll learn the right way to do the right
things. And along the way, you will help others.
The Cub Scout gives goodwill
Doing good things for others doesn't just make them happy. It
also gives them the desire (or the "will") to do good things
for others in turn. In this way, the good things you do for
others make ripples that pass the goodwill from person to
person. The spirit of helpfulness and good cheer spreads from
you to others in your neighborhood.
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