Author: Scouter Mom
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Make a Fake Pocketknife for Safety Demonstrations
The Fake Pocketknife is a craft made from cardboard to teach Cub Scouts knife safety. Scouts learn to open, close, and handle a knife without risk of injury. It’s easy to make and gives Scouts time to practice safe techniques. Leaders can use lipstick or a marker on the “blade” to show mistakes. Scouts check…
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Bear Fellowship Den Meeting Plan
In this Bear Fellowship den meeting, Scouts explore their family’s traditions and learn about other faiths. They make a craft, prepare a snack, and create a kindness jar. A guided discussion helps them see that all faiths share values like kindness and respect. This meeting encourages Scouts to be reverent and kind in their daily…
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Electronics Merit Badge
The Electronics merit badge teaches Scouts how electronic circuits work and how to build and test them. Scouts will work with components like resistors, capacitors, and transistors and use tools such as soldering irons and multimeters. Safety is a key part of the badge, ensuring Scouts learn to handle electricity responsibly. Scouts complete projects like…
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What Is Scout Spirit?
Scout spirit is mentioned in several of the requirements for Scouts BSA ranks. But what is Scout spirit and how does a Scout go about demonstrating it?
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How to Earn All Merit Badges
Earning all of the merit badges is an ambitious and rewarding goal for a Scout. It requires planning, dedication, and guidance. Grouping merit badges by themes, like outdoor skills or science, helps simplify the process. Older Scouts can mentor younger ones by sharing experiences and advice, while still allowing them to take the lead. Parents…
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Sharks and Minnows Game
Sharks and Minnows is a simple swimming game where one player, the shark, tries to tag others, the minnows, as they swim across the pool. Tagged minnows become sharks in the next round. The game continues until only one minnow is left. It works for all ages, with variations for skill levels. Younger Scouts can…
