The Men Who Signed the Declaration of Independence
Have you ever wondered what happened to the fifty-six men who signed
the Declaration of Independence?
Five signers were captured by the British as traitors, and tortured before
they died.
Twelve had their homes ransacked and burned.
Two lost their sons serving in the Revolutionary Army, another had two
sons captured.
Nine of the fifty-six fought and died from wounds or hardships of the
Revolutionary War.
They signed, and they pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their
sacredhonor. What sort of men were they?
Twenty-four were lawyers and jurists. Eleven were merchants, nine were
farmers and large plantation owners; men of means, well educated. But
they signed the Declaration of Independence full knowing that the penalty
would be death were they captured.
Carter Braxton of Virginia, a wealthy planter and trader, saw his ships
swept from the seas by the British Navy. He sold his home and properties
to pay his debts, and died in rags.
Thomas McKeam was so hounded by the British that he was forced to
move his family almost constantly. He served in the Congress without pay,
and his family was kept in hiding. His possessions were taken from him,
and poverty was his reward.
Vandals or soldiers looted the properties of Dillery, Hall, Clymer, Walton,
Gwinnett, Heyward, Ruttledge, and Middleton.
At the battle of Yorktown, Thomas Nelson, Jr., noted that the British
General Cornwallis had taken over the Nelson home for his headquarters.
He quietly urged General George Washington to open fire. The home was
destroyed, and Nelson died bankrupt.
Francis Lewis had his home and properties destroyed. The enemy jailed his
wife, and she died within a few months.
John Hart was driven from his wife's bedside as she was dying. Their
thirteen children fled for their lives. His fields and his gristmill were laid to
waste. For more than a year he lived in forests and caves, returning home
to find his wife dead and his children vanished. A few weeks later he died
from exhaustion and a broken heart. Norris and Livingston suffered similar
fates.
These are the stories and sacrifices of the American Revolution. These
werenot wild eyed, rabble-rousing ruffians. They were soft-spoken men:
men of means and education. They had security, yet they valued liberty
more. Unwavering, they pledged: "For the support of this declaration, with
firm reliance on the protection of the divine providence, we mutually pledge
to each other, our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor."
They gave us, you and me, a free and independent America. History books
never told us much of what took place in the Revolutionary War. We didn't
just fight the British. We were British subjects at that time, and we fought
our own government. Many of us often take these liberties for granted.
Should we?
While enjoying our 4th of July holiday, pause and silently thank these
patriots.
It isn't that much to ask for the price they paid.
The Pledge of Allegiance According to Red Skelton
"I've been listening to you boys and girls recite the Pledge of Allegiance ..
all semester ... and it seems as though it is becoming monotonous to you.
If I may, may I recite it and try to explain to you the meaning of each word.
*I* -- me, an individual, a committee of one.
*Pledge*--dedicate all of my worldly goods to give without self-pity.
*Allegiance*--my love and my devotion.
*To the Flag*--our standard, Old Glory, a symbol of freedom. Wherever she
waves, there is respect, because your loyalty has given her a dignity that
shouts freedom is everybody's job.
*United*--that means that we have all come together.
*States*--individual communities that have united into 48 great states. 48
individual communities with pride and dignity and purpose, all divided with
imaginary boundaries, yet united to a common purpose, and that's love for
country.
*And to the Republic*--Republic, a state in which sovereign power is
invested in representatives chosen by the people to govern. And
government is the people and it's from the people to the leaders, not from
the leaders to the people.
*For Which It Stands*
*One Nation* -- One nation, meaning, so blessed by God.
*Indivisible* -- incapable of being divided.
*With Liberty* -- which is freedom, the right of power to live one's own life
without threats or fear or some sort of retaliation.
*And Justice* -- the principle or qualities of dealing fairly with others.
*For All*--For all... which means boys and girls, it's as much your country,
as it is mine."
Remembering Your Colors
by: Dave Tracewell
Remember Me? Yeah, that's right, red & white stripes, fifty stars on a blue
field in the upper left corner, I am your Flag, but I've also been know by
"Old Glory", the "Stars and Stripes", and the "Star Spangled Banner".
Whatever you call me, I am the flag of the United States of America.
I remember years ago that people used to honor me, fly me with pride
outside their homes and at work, and children in school would Pledge their
Allegiance to me every day. They would carry me in parades and people
would watch and salute me with pride as I passed by, proudly waving in the
wind.
When men and woman saw me coming, the men removed their hats and
placed it over their hearts and the women placed their right hands over
theirs. And their children were taught respect for the flag, and what to do
as well. Now I'm lucky if they even recognize me, or even notice at all. Now,
the young boys and girls make fun of those who carry me, and call them
names. They haven't learned, or don't remember about the thousands of
men and women who gave up their lives for me. People who knew the the
meaning of Freedom, Liberty, Justice, and Peace.
Why has this happened? I'm still your American Flag. I haven't really
changed that much... just added a few stars over the years, been a whole
lot more places, and though it all, stood strong by you. Why don't people
respect me the same way they used to? A lot of blood has been shed since
those parades of long ago. A lot more men and women have died
defending me. When you honor me, you honor those men and women who
gave up every- thing for your freedom. When I am flown, I see people not
notice. When I am in a parade, I see people just stand there, with their
hands in their pockets. I may get a small glance, but then you look away.
Next time, please notice and respect me. Next time stand and be proud to
be an American Citizen!
I see the young children of today running around and not being taught how
to act when I'm around. Don't the parents of today care? Don't they know
how to act? I saw one man start to take off his hat and looked around and
saw no one else doing it, so just put it back on. I saw some kids calling the
Boy Scouts who were carrying me names and making fun of them. I saw
many just sit there as I passed by, talking with one another like I didn't
even exist. Is it now wrong to be patriotic? Have today's Americans
forgotten what I stand for and where I've been?
If you don't care, who will? If you don't teach our children what I stand for,
and how to act around me, who will? If our children don't learn how to
respect our flag, what it means to defend our country, and how important
Freedom, Liberty, and Patriotic Duty is, what future does our mighty
country have? So, when you see me, stand straight, think about what I
stand for, think about all of the Americans that have died for our country,
and place your right-hand over your heart or salute to honor me. I'll be
saluting you back by waving strong and proud in the wind. And I'll know
that you remembered me.
I AM YOUR FLAG by Marine Master Sargeant Percy Webb
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I am your flag.
I was born June 14, 1777.
I am more then just cloth shaped into a design.
I am the refuge of the World's oppressed people.
I am the silent sentinel of freedom.
I am the emblem of the greatest sovereign nation on earth.
I am the inspiration for which American Patriots gave their lives and
fortunes.
I have led your sons into battle from Valley Forge to the dense
jungles of Vietnam [deserts of Iraq].
I walk in silence with each of your honored dead to their final resting
place beneath the silent white crosses - row upon row.
I have flown through peace and war; strife and prosperity; and
amidst it all, I have been respected.
I am your flag.
My red stripes symbolize the blood spilled in defense of this glorious
nation.
My white stripes signify the yearning tears shed by Americans who
lost their sons and daughters.
My blue field is indicative of God's heaven, under which I fly.
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My stars, clustered together, unify fifty states as one, for God and
Country. "Old Glory" is my nickname, and I proudly wave on high.
Honor me, respect me, defend me with your lives and your fortunes.
Never let my enemies tear me down from my lofty position, lest I
never return.
Keep alight the fires of patriotism; strive earnestly for the spirit of
Democracy.
Worship Eternal God, and keep his commandments; and I shall
remain the bulwark of peace and freedom for all mankind.
I AM YOUR FLAG!
I AM YOUR FLAG!
-- Thanks to Bill Nelson, WL, Pack 878, ASM, Troop 14, Unit Commissioner,
Tempe District, Grand Canyon Council, Phoenix, Arizona USA
mailto:nelsonb@aztec.asu.edu
D
oing good turns is one of the many
benefits that our Cub Scouts learn
while being in the program. They
realize the joy of working and giving to their community when they are together. One
good turn I like to suggest is having a Cub Garden, planted with vegetables, and even
flowers. Once the crops are grown, washing the veggies and taking them to a local
shelter will teach the Cubs an important lesson in helping those less fortunate than they.
Fresh flowers can be cut and taken to local Residents/Nursing homes.
July can be a fun time for Cub Scouting. The weather is warm and America is full of
history and celebration. Use this month and theme to help the boys see what a great
country we live in and how greatly blessed they are to live where they do.
You can take the boys to places in your area that are historic to our country or state. Talk
why these places are important to your city and ultimately to America.
This is a good month to fulfill the requirements in their book that pertain to the flag or
community. Teach them proper respect for the flag and why we should show that
respect. Teach them the proper way to fold the flag and the proper way to conduct a flag
ceremony. These things can be found in the boys’ books and also in the leader guide.
(Trapper Trails Council)
I have never worked in a paying job with Scouters’. Therefore no one I work with knows
or uses the Bugle. Which is alright I guess. But now I would like to show my coworkers what Scouters’ can do in friendship for another Scouter  me. I am again
asking for your help. As you know I work for the Thrifty Nickel in Huntsville. AL.
PLEASE visit our home page at
http://www.thriftynickelads.com/dsp_paper_home.cfm?paperid=1099 That’s right, all I
asking is for you to go in and look at our home page in Huntsville. That’s all. Just a
simple click from above, no buying just a click a visit in other words. Pretty please.
I am still looking for some “personal” type help. I do National Sales, placing both
classified and display advertising in over 120 papers and I have had SUCCESS—I have
or will as of June 1st be placing an ad for Linda, (Hey Linda M., Viking Council) my
Wood Badge antelope buddy. (ANTELOPES RULE!) If you or anyone you know has a
home based business, works for an ad agency, or a corporation that has advertising needs
have them call me, Chris at Thrifty Nickel at 1-866-533-4285.
PRAYERS & POEMS FOR SCOUTERS
The most powerful agent of growth and
transformation is something more basic than any
technique:
a change of heart.
--John Welwood
The 7 UP’s
Circle 10 Council
Wake Up - Decide to have a good day.
Dress up - The best way to dress up is to put on a smile. A smile is an inexpensive way
to improve your looks
Shut up - Say nice things & learn to listen. We have been given two ears and one mouth
so we can do twice as much listening as talking.
Stand up - For what you believe in. Stand for something or you will fall for anything.
Look Up - To our higher power who gives us strength to do everything through Him who
gives me strength
Reach Up - For something higher. As Jiminy Cricket sings "High Hopes" always try to
better yourself.
Lift Up - Your Prayers. Do not worry about anything; instead pray about everything.
Have a great day and remember the 7-Ups of life.
The ABC’s Of Being An Effective Leader
Circle 10 Council
A – Attitude: accent the positive, attitudes determine effectiveness
B – Boys: remember the program is for them
C – Communications: help keep the lines open
D – Diplomacy: be a diplomat, always put your best foot forward
E – Effort: you’ll get out as much as you put in
F – Flexibility: to be able to change and adapt
G – Guide: guide, but don’t force
H – Harmony: you can help maintain this in your pack
I – Interest: keep interest high by KISMIF (Keep It Simple, Make It Fun)
J – Joy: spread it, pass it on
K – Knowledge: Cub Scouts depend on you for this – stay informed
L – Listen: with understanding
M – Morale: keep your spirits high
N – Nobody: is a nobody in Cub Scouting
O – Organized: set goals and reach them
P – Problems: there are none…just look at them as unresolved opportunities
Q – Quandary: keep yourself out of this state
R – Resourceful: know where to get materials and ideas
S – Scout: our goal is for every Bobcat to become an Eagle Scout
T – Training: be sure to keep yourself up-to-date
U – Uniform: promote the uniform and set a good example by wearing it
V – Volunteers: that’s most of us in the Cub Scout program, try to recruit others
W – Wisdom: this includes perseverance, tolerance and tact.
X – Xtra Special: each Cub Scout is definitely that
Y – Year: Cub Scouting is year-round and plan your program that way
Z – Zest: perform your job with it
TRAINING TIP
Annual Pack Program
Planning Conference
What is it: An annual meeting of all pack leaders designed to establish the year’s program based on twelve
monthly themes and Webelos activity badges, along with special activities, all tailored to the pack’s needs.
Why is it held? A program planned twelve months in advance allows leaders to look ahead. Advance
preparation ensures a well-rounded program of fun, variety, action, and purpose.
Who attends? The pack committee chairman and Cubmaster are jointly responsible for seeing that this
meeting occurs. The meeting is conducted by the pack committee chairman. All den and pack leaders, den
chiefs, Tiger Cub coaches, and interested parents attend. The unit commissioner also should be invited.
When is it help? Each year, in July or August.
More information on this conference is in the Cub Scout Leader Book pages 7-5, 7-6.
TIGER CUBS
Tiger Cub Graduation
Circle 10 Council
Cubmaster: Tonight, we honor our Tiger Cubs. Will __________, our Tiger Cub Group
Coach please come and introduce them. (Tigers and adults come to the front.)
Group Coach lights the candles saying:
White is for the Purity of Living.
Black is for the unknown, the fear and doubt.
Orange is for knowledge, joy and confidence.
These are the colors of the Tigers. You have completed the tenure of the Tiger Cub
program. Adults here is the patch for your Tigers. Please place it on his right pocket.
Tigers here is the pin for your adult partner who worked with you through your deeds as
Tigers. Place their pin on their collar. Here, too, is the certificate for all to see. As your
Group Coach, I bid you farewell and show you the path of a new challenge. The
challenge of Cub Scouts. Each step you take tells you what you must learn, so you can
earn your next rank. Walk the bridge of Cub Scouts and meet you new leaders.
Across the bridge stands the Cubmaster, Den Leader and Den Chief
Cubmaster: Welcome to Pack _____. This is your Den Leader and den chief of den
_____. Your meetings are at ______, at ____ p.m., at location_____.
The Den Leader puts the Cub Scout (Wolf-yellow) neckerchief on the Tigers. (Optional,
each pack or leader decides.)
Den Chief hands each boy the Wolf book and says, “These are your next challenges.
Read and do each requirement of the Bobcat. When you are done, you will earn the
Bobcat rank patch. The Cubmaster asks each boy and adult team to sit with the pack.
Ceremony ends with a “Round of Applause”.
Tiger/Webelos Ceremony
Circle 10 Council
Personnel: Cubmaster, Webelos, Tiger Cubs, Parents, Akela and Den Leader
Props: Table with candles for each boy with their names in front of candles
Cubmaster: Tonight we have the pleasure of welcoming new Cub Scouts into the pack.
Parents and graduating Tiger Cubs, would you please be escorted forward by our
Webelos.
Assistant CM: The Webelos Scout provided a path for you to follow into the pack and
now he relinquishes his place in the pack to you.
(Webelos Scouts hand lighted candles to boys and return to their seats.)
Den Leader: You and your parents both were asked to come forward. This symbolizes
that the family is a necessary base for Cub Scouting and that Cub Scouting supports a
strong family unit. The candles you received represent the promise of every Cub Scout to
“Do Your Best.”
Do you promise to Do Your Best?
Tiger Cubs: We Do.
(Den Leader instructs Tigers to blow out the candles and return them to the table.)
(As the right of the group Akela appears in costume.)
Akela: (To Cubmaster) My Brother, have these new cubs prepared to join our Pack?
Cubmaster: They have by completing the Tiger Cub program. As we call your name,
please step forward to receive your graduation patch and certificate.
(Call out names and distribute graduation materials.
After all have been distributed Cubmaster turns to Akela and Pack)
Cubmaster: Akela, Members of the Pack, please welcome our new Cub Scouts.
PRE-OPENING ACTIVITY
American ABC’s
Can You Name Them?
York Adams Council
Give everyone a blank sheet of paper and see how many American people, places, and
things they can list from A to Z.
State Facts
Simon Kenton Council
Copy the map of the United States so that you have one for each Cub Scout or one for
each person at the pack meeting. People should write the name of each state and it’s
capital in the space for the state (or as close as possible to small states, with an arrow
pointing to the appropriate state). After the meeting opens, reveal a large U.S. map for
everyone to check answers. Give a prize to all who correctly identified the states and
capitals. Optional: Suggest that they write in any additional information they know,
such as the state bird, flower, tree, song, or nickname. People write their names on the
papers and turn them in. A leader or other adult uses a list, an encyclopedia, or other
reference book about the United States to check the papers. Give a prize to the one with
most correct answers.
Spell It Out
Sam Houston Area Council
Equipment: Pencil and Paper
Directions:
1. Give the Cubs a phrase made up of two or three words.
2. From that phrase, the Cubs must come up with as many words as possible. Challenge
them by making them think of words only with “B”, or “S”, or “D,” or limit them to
just three letter words or four letter words.
3. Use a phrase that is common to your pack or den. Or perhaps one like:
INDEPENDENCE DAY
(Pen, den, nine, dine, pay, day, nice, dice, pace, yen)
Take a hike with your Cubs through your neighborhood, yard, or local park and ask them
to try to find something that begins with a letter of the alphabet--A, B, C. This can
played as teams as a scavenger hunt too. Remind your Cubs that working together as a
team provides the best outcome.
Flag Pieces
Circle 10 Council
Draw/locate a sufficient number of pictures of different flags and cut them into 2 or 3
pieces to accommodate the number of people you have attending a den or pack meeting.
Mix and distribute flag pieces as members arrive at the meeting. Ask people to find those
people holding the other pieces of their flag and introduce themselves to each other.
OPENING CEREMONY
The Meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance
Trapper Trails Council
When you pledge allegiance to your flag, you promise loyalty and devotion to your
nation. Each word has a deep meaning:
I pledge allegiance: I promise to be true
to the flag: to the sign of our country
of the United States of America: a country made up of 50 states, each with certain
rights of it’s own
and to the Republic: a country where the people elect others to make laws for them
for which it stands: the flag means the country
one Nation under God: a single country whose people believe in a supreme being
indivisible: the country cannot be split into parts
with liberty and justice: with freedom and fairness
for all. For each person in the country – you and me.
“America Is Special To Me”
Simon Kenton Council
Arrangement: Eight Cub Scouts in uniforms stand in a straight line. Seven boys hold
poster boards, each with one letter of AMERICA on one side.
The other side shows a colorful drawing by the Cub Scout that corresponds to the
description or of what America means to him. Begin with all drawings facing the
audience. The Cub Scouts turn over their letters one at a time as they speak.
A: Abounding wildlife running free
M: Majestic mountains from sea to sea
E: Eagles soaring through evergreen forests
R: Raging rivers and nature's own chorus
I: Immeasurable love God has for us
C: Courageous people who love this land
A: Adventures in Scouting, lessons firsthand
Cub Scout #8 (dressed as Uncle Sam and holding an American Flag): "Will you please
join us in the Pledge of Allegiance?
"My Choice"
Simon Kenton Council
You need 8 boys holding cards with the letters MY CHOICE printed on each card. Each
boy in turn steps up raises his card and reads his line.
M:
If I could choose what I could be,
I'd choose to be just me,
To live where I am free to talk,
To choose my friends and where to walk.
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To choose the job I want to do,
And live where I've a notion to.
C
To spend my money as I please,
And never have to bend my knees.
H
To any dictator or government boss,
Who profits from the peoples' loss.
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To choose the church in which I will pray,
And worship God in my own way.
I
To vote for men who'll do their best,
To see our nation meets the test.
C
And conquer evils that would destroy
The freedoms that I enjoy.
E:
To be my boss and live the way,
According to how I choose each day.
Yes if I could choose what could be,
I'd be an American. Just Like Me.
Flag Folding Ceremony
Simon Kenton Council
The flag folding ceremony described by the Uniformed Services is a dramatic and
uplifting way to honor the flag on special days, like Memorial Day or Veterans Day, and
is sometimes used at retirement ceremonies.
Here is a typical sequence of the reading:
(Begin reading as Honor Guard or Flag Detail is coming forward.)
The flag folding ceremony represents the same principles on which our country was
originally founded. The portion of the flag denoted honors the canton of blue containing
the stars representing the states our veterans served in uniform. The canton field of blue
dresses from left to right and is inverted when draped as a pall on a casket of a veteran
who has served our country in uniform.
In the Armed Forces of the United States, at the ceremony of retreat the flag is lowered,
folded in a triangle fold, and kept under watch throughout the night as a tribute to our
nation's honored dead. The next morning it is brought out and, at the ceremony of
reveille, run aloft as a symbol of our belief in the resurrection of the body.
(Wait for the Honor Guard or Flag Detail to unravel and fold the flag into a quarter fold resume reading when Honor Guard is standing ready.)
The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life.
The second fold is a symbol of our belief in the eternal life.
The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veteran departing our ranks who
gave a portion of life for the defense of our country to attain a peace throughout the
world.
The fourth fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it
is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in times of war for His divine guidance.
The fifth fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, "Our
country. In dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our
country, right or wrong."
The sixth fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that we pledge allegiance to
the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one
nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
The seventh fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that
we protect our country and our flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within
or without the boundaries of our republic.
The eighth fold is a tribute to the one who entered in to the valley of the shadow of death,
that we might see the light of day, and to honor mother, for whom it flies on Mother's
Day.
The ninth fold is a tribute to womanhood; for it has been through their faith, love, loyalty
and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great
have been molded.
The tenth fold is a tribute to father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the
defense of our country since they were first born.
The eleventh fold, in the eyes of a Hebrew citizen, represents the lower portion of the seal
of King David and King Solomon, and glorifies, in their eyes, the God of Abraham,
Isaac, and Jacob.
The twelfth fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen, represents an emblem of eternity and
glorifies, in their eyes, God the Father, the Son, and Holy Ghost.
When the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost, reminding us of the national
motto, "In God We Trust."
(Wait for the Honor Guard or Flag Detail to inspect the flag; after inspection, resume
reading.)
After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked
hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington and
the sailors and marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones who were followed by
their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for us
the rights, privileges, and freedoms we enjoy today.
The Flag Folding Ceremony above is from the US Air Force Academy.
American ABC'S
Sam Houston Area Council
Sing the "Star-Spangled Banner"
Props: Make a map of the United States with the following cities highlighted
Introduction: "A tour of the USA by the letters."
Have Cubs read off a name from the list and point it out on the map. Do them
alphabetically.
Anchorage, Alaska
Boston, Massachusetts
Cherokee, Kansas
Dover, Delaware
Everglades, Florida
Freedom, California
Gallup, New Mexico
Hartford, Connecticut
Independence, Missouri
Jefferson, Iowa
Knoxville, Tennessee
Lincoln, Nebraska
Montgomery, Alabama
Neptune, New Jersey
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Providence, Rhode Island
Quartzite, Arizona
Revere, Minnesota
Sleepyhollow, Wyoming
Tornado, West Virginia
Ulysses, Pennsylvania
Vermillion, South Dakota
Washington, DC
Xenia, Ohio
Yakima, Washington
Zapata, Texas
"From A to Z, Scouts do things all over our great land."
America is a Beautiful Word
Heart of America Council
Personnel: Narrator and 7 Cub
Equipment: Each boy holds a card with a letter of “AMERICA” on it. Flip card over
and draw a picture with the same letter illustrating the description below.
Narrator: What do you see when you look at the word AMERICA? What mental
picture do the seven letters create in your mind?
The “Capital A” suggest our magnificent snow-covered mountain peaks, and the wigwam
of the original American.
The “M” symbolizes the broad shoulders of our pioneer, shoulder-to-the-wheel pushing
our frontier westward; broad shoulder swinging axes, building a nation.
The “E” might be the lariats of the cowboy riding the plains, lariats of Kit Carson or
Buffalo Bill.
The “R” is a man with outstretched arms in friendship and cooperation toward all who
love freedom, justice and peace.
The “I” represents the individual American with his right to life, liberty, and the pursuit
of happiness.
The “C” is a bent boy from which an arrow has just sped toward the heart of mankind's
greatest ideals.
The final “A” is a man on his knees in prayer, symbolizing a nation which recognizes it's
Creator and gives thanks for His blessings.
Narrator: Yes, America is a beautiful word!
Red, White & Blue Bird
Heart of America
Personnel: Cubmaster, Assistant Cubmaster and 2 Den Leaders
Equipment: Camping gear and outfit for each participant, 1 binoculars, American Flag,
and Pack Flag
Setting: The Flags are in front of the audience. The group of participants are off to one
side and slowly walk through the audience to the front, as they say their line.
Cubmaster: (Everyone starts walking slowly) It sure is nice to be here in the outdoors.
All these trees, animals and fresh air.
Assistant Cubmaster: (looking through binoculars)
Hey, I think I see a big red bird up there!
Leader 1: (Takes the binoculars away as everyone continues to walk slowly toward the
front) Here, let ME see! Naw, it’s a huge white bird of some sort.
Leader 2: (Takes the binoculars away while everyone continues to walk slowly to the
front) Boy, you don’t know what you’re talking about! It’ not red OR white. It’s big
and blue and what’s this?!?!?! It has STARS!!
Cubmaster: (Cubmaster takes the binoculars and everyone STOPS) Here, let ME see
what you’re all talking about. (Looks through the binoculars)
C’mon you guys. (Motions for everyone to follow as they walk to the front) It’s not a
red bird, or even a white bird. What you are looking at is our nation’s flag! (Turns to
audience) Please join us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
DEN DOODLES
Cut a tongue depressor into a rectangle. Paint a small portion blue with white stars. Paint the remaining
portion red with white stripes.
PACK/DEN ACTIVITIES
Fun Facts
The Lincoln penny is the only U.S. circulating coin currently
produced in which the portrait faces to the right.
The official title of the Statue of Liberty is Liberty
Enlightening the World.
Freedom Park in Virginia holds the largest display of original pieces of the Berlin Wall
outside of Germany.
The ancient Egyptians slept on pillows made of stone.
Frog Facts
http://www.frogstore.com/frogfacts.htm
Some types of frogs have a round iris in their eyes, but some have horizontal slits, some
have vertical slits, and some are even triangular or heart-shaped.
The smallest frog in the world is from Cuba, and is only 1/2" long. The largest frog in the
world is from West Africa (Conraua goliath) and is about 12 inches long.
The red-eyed tree frog from Central America lays its eggs on leaves that are over the
water. When the eggs hatch, the tadpoles fall into the water below.
Because frogs have eyes and nostrils that are on the tops of their heads, they can see and
breathe while the rest of the body is under water. Adult frogs breathe with lungs, but also
absorb oxygen through their skin.
Frogs have smooth skin, and long legs to help them leap. Toads have drier warty skin and
short legs, and they move by crawling or hopping rather than by leaping. Technically,
though, toads are just a type of frog.
There are over 4000 species of frogs in the world, though only 88 species in the US and
Canada. They are all over the world, except for Antarctica and Iceland.
Some tree frogs live their whole lives in the trees, and never come down. They even lay
their eggs in the tree branches or on leaves.
Some frogs lay as many as 25,000 eggs while others may lay as few as 4.
The frog has been a symbol of prosperity, wealth, and abundance in some cultures;
fertility in others. The people of Ireland believed them to be close relatives of the
leprechaun and capable of playing tricks on you when least expected.
In the Native American culture of the Southwest, the frog carries a piece of wood in its
mouth because the Mojave people believe frogs brought fire to humans.
The three-legged toad from China is the traditional pet of the immortal Liu Hai, who is
also the Chinese god of wealth. This toad would convey him to any place he wished to
go. Occasionally it would escape down a well, and he would lure it out with a line baited
with gold coins. This toad is a symbol for riches, and is often pictured with a gold coin in
its mouth.
The frog was an ancient Egyptian symbol, later adopted by the conquering Romans. The
Frog-headed goddess Hekt was the goddess of birth and fertility, and later also of
resurrection.
York Adams Council
Did you know that York, Pennsylvania was the nation’s first capital?
Activities
Trapper Trails Council
Instead of Christmas Caroling, take your den or pack caroling patriotic songs. You’re
neighborhood will think this is a real treat. You could also do this at a rest home, senior
center, or children's ward at the hospital.
Have a pack meeting parade. You could have everyone dress up, play instruments, carry
red, white, and blue streamers and balloons, or sing as you go. You could have each
family do something different or individuals. Take your parade around your area.
Parade Wavers
Simon Kenton Council
Fold a red paper plate in half. Glue one large blue and one large white star cut out from
construction paper onto the front and the back of the folded plate. Glue about 2 feet of
red, white, and blue crepe paper streamers to the inside of the folded plate, alternating
colors. These streamers should be glued near the center of the inside fold so that they
remain secure while waving. Staple or glue the unfolded edges of the plate together.
Attach a tongue depressor or paint stick for a handle by gluing one end of the stick to the
backside of the plate.
Pebble Trivet and Coasters
Sam Houston Area Council
Materials: Small, smooth, flat pebbles, Quart jar lid for each coaster (such as
mayonnaise jar lid), Large metal lid for each trivet (ask a restaurant to save one for you or
use some other suitable base) Plaster of Paris and mixing tools.
Directions:
You can make a single trivet or a whole set of matching coasters on which to set hot or
cold drinks.
1. With the help of an adult, mix the plaster, following package directions.
2. When it begins to thicken, spoon it into the jar lids, filling each lid half full.
3. Select pretty pebbles and press them into the plaster before it hardens, filling the area
inside the jar lid with stones. You may want to create a design, if you have different
colors and sizes of pebbles. Plaster may squeeze up and out of the lid, but it can be
wiped away later.
4. Let the plaster harden; then use old towels to rub away any plaster that covers the tops
of the stones.
5. Brush a coat of acrylic finish or acrylic floor wax over the plaster and stones to give
your trivet and/or coasters a shiny finish.
6. You may want to glue some felt scraps to the bottoms of the coasters to prevent
scratches on furniture.
Flag Tie Slide
Circle 10 Council
Materials: Plastic bottle, Glue, Plastic curtain ring, Coarse sandpaper, Felt, Needle, and
thread, Acrylic or model paint
1. Make a paper pattern of the flag. Tape it to the plastic bottle and cut out, remove the
pattern.
2. On backside of plastic, using coarse sandpaper, rough up the plastic. Cut a felt backing
slightly smaller than the plastic. Set the plastic ring to the center of the felt.
3. Glue felt to the plastic back. Paint a flag on the front.
Film Canister Sewing Kits
Northwest Suburban Council
Save those little sewing kits you get in hotels and they can be made to fit into a film
canister. You can attach a pipe cleaner through two small holes punched in side of film
canister to make a tie slide, hang from belt, or just keep in backpack for emergency
repairs and sewing on patches.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
"The Transcontinental Train"
Sam Houston Area Council
Divide the audience into groups, and have them respond as shown, whenever their word
is read.
Train: "Toot! Toot!"
Conductor: "All Aboard"
New York Doctor: "New York City!?"
Penn Steel Worker: "Man of Steel"
Southern Belle: Hi, y'all"
Texan: "Remember the Alamo!"
Kansas farmer: "The World's Breadbasket"
Just before the transcontinental Train was ready to pull out of Grand Central Station, the
Conductor held the door for one more passenger, a New York Doctor who hurried
aboard. The Train moved slowly between the tall buildings, out of New York, through
New Jersey and on to Pennsylvania. The Conductor checked the ticket of the New York
Doctor as the Train pulled into the Pittsburgh Station. A Pennsylvania Steel Worker
boarded the Train and sat across the aisle from the New York Doctor.
The train wound through the Appalachian Mountains, by rivers and through forests
down to Atlanta. The Conductor greeted a Southern Belle who boarded the Train. She
smiled at the Penn Steel Worker, and sat behind the New York Doctor.
The Train picked up speed as it left the mountains and crossed the delta lands of
Mississippi. The Conductor paused to look out the window with the Southern Belle, as
the Train traversed a long bridge over the Mississippi River. It arrived at the hot springs
in the midst of the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas, as the New York Doctor and the Penn
Steel Worker played cards.
The Train crossed into Texas and stopped at Dallas, where a young Texan boarded the
Train, showed his ticket to the Conductor, tipped his hat to the Southern Belle, and
took a seat.
The Train moved north through the rolling hills of Oklahoma and through the wheat
fields of Kansas, stopping in Wichita where a Kansas Farmer and his wife boarded the
Train. The Kansas Farmer shook hands with the New York Doctor, and sat beside the
young Texan, as his wife smiled at the Penn Steel Worker, and sat next to the Southern
Belle.
The Train turned west, moved up steep mountain passes and through the snow-covered
Rocky Mountains of Colorado and Utah. The Conductor checked his watch as the Train
sped out of the mountains and into the desert of the Great Basin in Nevada.
The Texan and the New York Doctor admired the large trees, as the Train wound
through the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Redwood forests. The
Train pulled into its final destination of San Francisco, California, where the Conductor
said goodbye to New York Doctor, the Penn Steel Worker, the Southern Belle, the
Texan, and the Kansas Farmer.
Why You Should Go To College
A Madlib Story
Northwest Suburban Council
Narrator reads the story, filling in the blanks with the italicized words provided by the
audience.
Our American universities offer students many ___adjective___ courses that will prepare
them to become good ___ plural noun___. You can get a degree as a Bachelor of
___plural noun___ or take a regular liberal ___plural noun___ course. Or if you want to
become a ___adjective___ engineer, you can study __adjective__ mathematics and
differential __plural noun__. Then, after ___number___years, if you want to continue
your studies, you can write a thesis and become a Doctor of ___plural noun___. When
you get out into the world—if you have a diploma from a university –you will be able to
get a job as a ___an occupation___. If you don’t have a diploma, you will have to take a
job as a ___an occupation__. So it’s important that you study hard in high school, so that
you will do well in your college entrance exams. Remember, “A Little Learning is a
_____adjective____ thing.”
ADVANCEMENT CEREMONIES
"Patriotic"
Simon Kenton Council
This ceremony could allow some leaders to portray the characters in costume.
Cubmaster: Ladies and Gentlemen, we have some honored guests here tonight. I would
like to introduce Uncle Sam, Lady Liberty, and Yankee Doodle. Each of these
individuals is an important symbol to the people of our country. Tonight, they are here to
present some other symbols to some deserving young men. These symbols represent
hard work, diligence, and jobs well done.
Yankee Doodle: We have some Cub Scouts who have earned some special awards.
Would the following Cub Scouts and parents please come forward. (Call the names of
those receiving Wolf badge and arrow points.)
Lady Liberty: I would like to call forward those Cub Scouts who have been working for
some time and have achieved much. I would like to present them with their awards.
(Call the names of those receiving Bear badge and arrow points and their parents.)
Uncle Sam: I would like to recognize some of the older boys in this group. You have
given unselfishly of yourselves. For your loyal support over the years, I would like to
present you with your awards. (Call the names of those receiving Webelos badges,
activity badges, or compass points and their parents.)
Cubmaster: I would like to thank our three guests for coming to help us tonight. And a
special thanks to all the boys who have worked so hard to be examples and role models
of good American citizens!
Advancement Ceremony
Sam Houston Area Council
Props: Four candles in holder, each candle a different length.
Cubmaster: "Our history is filled not only with the tall tales of American Folklore, but
also with the true deeds of some very brave men who explored, fought and in some cases
died, to extend the frontiers of our country -men like Davy Crockett, Daniel Boone, Kit
Carson, Lewis and Clark, Buffalo Bill Cody, and many more."
"The Scouting trail is much like the trail these famous men followed and so, at this time,
we will recognize those Cubs in our Pack who have advanced along this trail. As I call
your names, please come forward with your Parents." (Call names)
"As you Cubs can see, the candles get taller as you advance. This represents the
additional skills that you must learn as you earn each higher rank." (Light Shortest
Candle)
"The Bobcat is the start of the trail and the simplest to earn." (Light next candle)
"The Wolf is a big step forward and harder as is (Light the next candle) the Bear."
"Finally, at last, (Light the tallest candle) you became a Webelos Scout, and earn the
highest rank, the Arrow of Light."
"And so with the spirit of the great explorers, folklore heroes and frontiersmen to guide
you, may you continue to climb the Scouting Trail." (Present awards by Den and
congratulates Cubs and parents)
Indian & the Wolf
Indian Nations Council
Personnel – Cubmaster and Cub Scouts
Props – Candles or penlights, Bear neckerchiefs, copies of The Big Bear Cub Scout
Book, electric council fire.
Cubmaster: The wolf was greatly admired by the Indians for his swiftness, his hunting
ability, and his endurance. In fact, the Indian Scout was called a wolf, and the sign was
two fingers spread apart, symbolizing the erect ears of the wolf. The wolf was
considered a great “medicine animal”. And, in some tribes, the Indian Scout wore the
skin and head of the wolf when on a scouting expedition. (The Cubmaster calls the Cub
Scouts forward who are going to be Bears. They are handed a lighted or penlight and
stand in front of the council fire). You have followed the trail of the Indian by attaining
the rank of Wolf Cub Scout. You have proven yourself brave, swift, and alert as your
Indian brothers of the past. Now you must go on to greater honors for yourself and your
parents by earning the Bear badge to prove your greatness. Learn the ways of our animal
friends. Learn about the earth and how to grow food. Look up to our skies and learn the
stories the stars tell. Let this light be a sign to others that you are now a Bear!
Congratulations!
(Blue neckerchiefs and Bear books are handed the boys as they blow out their candles or
turn off their penlights.)
Bear To Webelos--Just A Bit of Webelos History
Indian Nations Council
Props: Webelos Badge & Card, Webelos Handbook, Webelos Neckerchief, Lighted
Candle (place these on the table)
Cubmaster: Cub Scouting has been a part of the Boy Scouts of America since 1930. For
more than 50 years there has been Webelos, but only since January 1, 1977 has Webelos
been a rank in Cub Scouting. While _________ has been a Wolf, and Bear, before 1977
they had Wolf, Bear and Lion, and Webelos stood for Wolf Bear and Lion. Now it stands
for We’ll Be Loyal Scouts.
Each of those things you see on the table today has a significance: The badge goes on his
uniform when he has earned it and shows all that _________ has been active in his den
and has been earning activity badges.
The Webelos Handbook is a guide to the Webelos Scout in his den.
The Webelos Neckerchief is the Webelos Scouts identity and show he has changed since
he started Cub Scouting.
This candle is a symbol of the light of Scouting that penetrates the darkness of strife,
prejudice, and misunderstanding. It is a light that will light the way to truth, cooperation,
and understanding and must be kept burning in the heart of every Scout as he grows into
manhood.
First his parents will pin his Webelos badge on his uniform, and then the Webelos Den
leader will replace his Cub Scout neckerchief with his Webelos neckerchief. (Please
note: Put the Webelos neckerchief on top of his Cub Scout neckerchief. Put the slide on
it, then reach underneath and undo the other slide. Remove the Cub Scout neckerchief.
The reason for this may seem trivial to some adults. But, as he has identified with his
neckerchief in the past, and will with his new Webelos neckerchief in the future, taking
the first neckerchief off before the second is put on leaves him without identity for a
while.
Webelos Water
Indian Nations Council
Props: Large tub, old tennis shoe, bucket with colored punch, enough cups for each
Scout graduating, balloon, sack of dirt, innertube, rubber band, paper heart, shovel, and a
ladle.
(Boys and parents gather on one side of stage. Cubmaster on other with a jar marked
“Webelos Water”.)
Cubmaster: Bears, you are now ready to begin your final area of Cub Scouting – that of
Webelos. You will find it different, challenging and rewarding. To help prepare you for
this great effort, the Pack developed some Webelos Water, (looks at jar) Uh, well, it
looks like it evaporated! Let’s see, I guess we could make more! Now, what was that
recipe?
(Cubmaster appears deep in though, then gets idea and goes to props)
Cubmaster: Let’s see. An old tennis shoe to remind you that you still have many miles
to go on the Scouting Trail, (throws shoe in tub) and coincidentally to remind you not to
take your shoes off in a two-man tent. (holds his nose)
Ah, a sack of dirt to remind you that Cub Scouts is now a lot of outdoor activities.
An innertube to remind you that you may have a few flat tires, but they can be overcome.
A shovel to remind you to keep your room clean. (winks at mom & dad)
A balloon to remind you that a lot of hot air doesn’t get the job done.
A heart to remind you of your commitment to your parents and family.
A rubber band to remind you to stretch yourself to learn new ideas and skills.
OK, that’s about it! Let’s stir it a little! Looks good. Now, let me get you each a cup of
our new Webelos Water. (Reach inside tub with ladle and scoop punch to pour in cups
for everyone to see. Give cup and Webelos Colors to each Scout.) Congratulations new
Webelos and parents.
Presidents
Heart of America Council
Personnel: 5 readers and Cubmaster.
Equipment: Picture of the president or a sign with the name of the President can be held
up by one person.
Reader 1: George Washington, the Father of our country, and first president, used to say,
“Martha, where are my teeth? I must have a good smile this day.
Reader 2: Thomas Jefferson, our third president always felt he learned his lesson,
because he never again wrote another Constitution, having said, “I’ve written it once.
I’ll not write it again.”
Reader 3: Andrew Jackson fought in the Louisiana Territory and fought his way to the
White House. He’d often say, "Where’s my horse? I can’t get anywhere without my
horse!”
Reader 4: Abraham Lincoln is said to have walked 20 miles to school, but no one ever
said if he was late.
Reader 5: Ronald Reagan got to the White House by being unique - an actor - and one of
the only left-handed cowboys, except for Little Joe Cartwright.
Cubmaster: Each had a goal. And tonight, we honor boys who have achieved their goal ,
too. But to receive the goal you must name a President before coming forward to get your
award. (Parents may help when needed.)
GAMES
We Fought Hard For Those 50 Stars
Simon Kenton Council
Divide the group into equal teams, lined up a few feet away from the table. Place a bowl
on the table for each team. Lay 50 cutout paper stars (approx. 2 inches in diameter) out
on the table besides each bowl. Give each player his own straw. On the signal, the first
player on each team, runs forward and picks up one or more stars, with one breath, by
sucking on the straw. He then carries 'the star to the bowl and drops it in. NO HANDS.
He then runs to the next person in line and goes to the end of the line. The first team to
have all 50 stars in the bowl is the winner. (Game can be varied to use 13 stars for a
smaller group).
Heave, Ho, Throw! Relay
Simon Kenton Council
Divide the group into two teams. Take one boy from each team about 20 feet from the
rest of the group and have him sit in a designated spot. During the game, he may lean
forward slightly and reach, but he cannot move from the spot.
Give the first Scout in each line coil a rope about 25 feet in length. Each boy makes one
throw, holding onto the end. The sitting Cub Scout tries to reach the rope being thrown
without moving from his spot. Each boy in the relay line will throw the rope once, and
then go to the end of the line.
Teams score whenever the sitting boy can reach the rope thrown to him. One point is
given for each throw that the sitting boy catches. The team with the most points is the
winner.
Eskimo Relay
Simon Kenton Council
Object: The team which is able to take the longest time to get the ice cube to the end of
the line.
Material: 2 teams of 5 or 6 players, 3 adult judges and 2 to 4 ice cubes
How to Play:
Place each team in line with the players standing behind each other about 3 feet apart.
Give the 1st player in each line a large ice cube. At the signal, the 1st player turns and
places the ice cube on the neck of the next player, who must stoop over. The 2nd player
tries to balance the ice cube as long as he can. As soon as it slips he must either catch it
or pick it up, then turn immediately and place it on the neck of the next person. This
continues until the ice cube has gone all the way to the end of the line. The judges on
hand to ensure that no one dawdles. The use of hands is strictly forbidden except to move
the ice cube from one person to the next.
Capture The Fort
Simon Kenton Council
Divide the players into two sides: Attackers and Defenders. Defenders form a circle,
holding hands and facing outward, with their captain in the center. Attackers surround the
fort from a distance of 20-30 feet. They try to kick a soccer ball into the fort; it may go
through the legs of the defenders or over their heads. If it goes over the defenders heads,
the captain may catch it and throw it out. But if the ball touches the ground inside the
circle, the fort is captured and the players change sides.
Romp Across America Obstacle Course
Sam Houston Area Council
Statue of Liberty – Each Scout is given a small amount of foil in order to make a liberty
torch.
Go West Young Man –Each Cub is given a pretend horse and runs a course that is
marked by orange cones.
Crossing The Mississippi River – Swimming pool filled with water has several rocks
strategically set inside; the scout crosses the pool by stepping on the rocks.
Colorado Mines – Large cardboard boxes set up in a maze and each Cub crawls through.
Gold Rush in California – Swimming pool filled with sand; there just might be a chance
of finding gold!
Logging In Washington – Swimming pool with 2 x 4” board inside, symbolizing the
logs. Cubs pretend to be loggers, as the walk on the logs.
Memory Game
Sam Houston Area Council
This is a good one in which to involve the parents and siblings.
Materials Needed: None
Directions:
1. One person starts the game by saying: “As I was traveling through the woods, I placed an apple in my
bag. (or anything that begins with the letter A).
2. The next player says “As I was traveling through the woods, I placed an apple and a balloon in my
bag.”
3. Each additional player must repeat what was named and add to it something from the next letter of the
alphabet. Mistakes make it funny!
SONGS
"The Star Spangled Banner" was written by Francis Scott Key. He was detained through
the night on an enemy ship during the War of 1812, and the sight of the American flag
still flying atop a nearby fort the next morning inspired him to write the lyrics. In 1916
President Woodrow Wilson ordered that "The Star Spangled Banner" be played at
military and naval occasions, but it was not designated the National Anthem of the
United States until 1931. The song was written with four verses, but on almost all
occasions, only this first verse is sung.
"The Star Spangled Banner"
(American National Anthem)
Oh, say can you see by the dawn's early light
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming?
And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.
Oh, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
I'm Proud To Be A Cub Scout
(Tune: God Bless the USA. Words by Janet Gibbons)
Simon Kenton Council
By repeating the Cub Scout Promise
We agree to do our best
Do our duty to God and country
We are put to the big test
To help other people
To obey the Law of the Pack
We are always trying to do what's right
There is no turning back.
I'm proud to be a Cub Scout
In a land of liberty
Where I'm taught about my country's needs
And how to remain free
I'm taught about strength
Of God, my home, and family
I'm taught that I am really great
Cub Scouting is here to stay
Trip Across the USA
(Tune: Yankee Doodle)
Simon Kenton Council
I've always thought good citizens
Should try to see their country
But the army don't appeal to me
And I don't have much money
So I built a vehicle
With imagination
Then I sat and mapped my route
To go and see the nation
First I started in L. A.
In my new homemade jalopy
It had five wheels and a big seat
So I could bring my puppy
In Utah all my wheels went flat
But the engine still was roasting
So I chopped some trees and made some wings
And then we went off soaring
We flew over the rocky mounts
And right into Wisconsin
But then I heard a sputtering sound
And landed on Lake Huron
I had to think of something now
We were sinking quickly
We had to get to the East Coast
This was no time to be sickly
I learned in Scouts
I'd made the wings of pine
So I cut a piece and changed things so
That now I had a helm
We made it all the way to shore
And then I got to work
Since there was snow I'd hitch my pup
To pull me on to New York
I'm proud to say I eventually went
Sea to shining sea
From car to plane to sled
Just my trusty pup and me
It's been an interesting trip
But now I have new plans
Next I'll work and build a ship
And then I will sail to France
I-Vee
(Tune: “My Bonnie”)
Sam Houston Area Council
My body has calamine lotion,
My body’s as sore as can be,
The flowers I gathered for Granny,
Turned out to poison I-Vee.
Don’t touch! Don’t touch!
You’ll get a rash from I-Vee, I-Vee,
It will itch bad,
And it look worse than ac-ne!
If Your Name Starts With….
(tune: If You’re Happy and You Know It)
Northwest Suburban Council
If your name starts with, A turn around.
If your name starts with B touch the ground.
If your name starts with C then stand up and touch your knee.
Clap your hands if your name starts with D.
If your name starts with E, wink your eye.
If your name starts with F, try to fly.
If your name starts with G, blow a kiss up here to me.
If your name starts with H, say, “Hee, Hee.”
If your name starts with I, hop in place.
If your name starts with J, pat your face.
If your name starts with K, kneel down and stay
If your name starts with L, shout, “Hooray!”
If your name starts with M, make me smile.
If your name starts with N, shake awhile.
If your name starts with O, put your elbow on your toe.
If your name starts with P, say, “I know.”
If your name starts with Q, raise your hand.
If your name starts with R, you should stand.
If your name starts with S, you should pat your head, I guess.
If your name starts with T, say, “Oh, yes!”
If your name starts with U, touch your eye.
If your name starts with V, pat your thigh.
If your name starts with W,X,Y or Z,
Then stand up a take a bow and say, “That’s me!”
CUB GRUB - Fun Food
Title: Baseball All-Star Cookie Treat
Pillsbury Party Book
1-10 oz. pkg. Marshmallows, 1/3 c margarine or butter, 6C Crisp rice cereal, 1 can
Vanilla frosting, Frosting, tinted desired color, Decorating bag & tips
Grease 12 inch pizza pan. In large saucepan over medium heat, melt marshmallows and
margarine, stirring constantly until mixture is smooth. Add cereal; stir until evenly
coated. Press mixture evenly into greased pan. Cool completely. Spread frosting over
cereal mixture to within 1 inch of edge. Using tinted frosting, decorating bag and tips,
decorate frosted area to resemble baseball. Add message, if desired.
Cut into wedges to serve. To make cookie treat without a pizza pan, press cereal mixture
into 12 inch circle on large waxed paper-lined cookie sheet
Cinnamon Apple Wraps
Ingredients: 8 7-in. flour tortillas, 2 cups unsweetened applesauce, 2 cups reduced-fat
cheddar cheese, 2 1/2 Tbsp. ground cinnamon, 2 1/2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
1. Mix cinnamon and sugar together.
2. Spread 1/4 cup of applesauce over tortilla.
3. Sprinkle 2 tsp. of cinnamon over applesauce.
4. Top with 1/4 cup of Cheddar cheese.
5. Wrap each tortilla and heat in microwave until cheese melts. 8 servings
Easy Ice Cream
1 (14 oz) can Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk
2/3 cup chocolate flavored syrup
2 cups (1 pint) whipping cream
Put into small cleaned coffee can, put lid on. Put down inside a 3 LB coffee can. Put ice
and rock salt around it. Put lid on large can. Roll can, stop and drain water out, and put
more ice and rock salt in. Continue until firm.
STUNTS & APPLAUSES
York Adams Council
Abe Lincoln Cheer: That was great! HONEST!
Columbus: Put hands up like you're holding a telescope and shout "Land Ho".
George Washington Cheer: That was great. I cannot tell a lie. Variation: Get out axe
and swing it at a tree while saying, "Chip, chop, chop, TIMBER!" then yell, "WRONG
TREE!"
Home Run: Simulate swinging a bat, then shade your eyes with your hands and yell,
"Thar she goes."
Hot Dog with Mustard: Get your hot dog and put it in a bun. Pick up the mustard bottle
and squeeze some mustard on the hot dog, then take a big bite and say, "Yummmmm!"
Liberty Bell Yell: Ding, Ding, Ding, Dong! Let freedom ring!
Mount Rushmore Cheer: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, Roosevelt !
Simon Kenton Council
What did Delaware when Mississippi lent Missouri her New Jersey?
I don’t know. Alaska
What did Paul Revere say at the end of his famous ride?
Whoa.
Dink: Do you know what time it is?
Duff: Nome, I don’t
Dink: Alaska ‘nother person.
Sam Houston Area Council
Q: Why do hippies study the stars?
A: Because they are so far out!
Q: What’s the difference between constellations and Hollywood?
A: Nothing – in both the stars make the pictures!
Q: Where does the Martian President live?
A: In the green house.
SKITS
Harlem Globetrotters
Northwest Suburban Council
Three scouts are doing laundry, each is sitting behind a bucket which holds his "laundry".
Two of the buckets really have water and a rag or two. All three work at scrubbing and
wringing water from their laundry for a few seconds. One sitting on the end shakes the
water from his hands getting his neighbor slightly wet. This provokes the scout in the
middle who retaliates with a splash back, escalate in comedic fashion till the one on the
end throws a wet rag at the face of the "scout" in the middle who ducks. The rag sails on
till it smacks the scout on the far end (previously not involved in the water fight) in the
face. The smack-ee picks up his bucket to dump on the others who take flight into the
audience.
The Punch line: When the actors are in the crowd the smack-ee tosses the contents of his
bucket in a wide arc over as much of the audience as possible. In the version I saw the
bucket was filled with pieces of newspaper but in a Scouting setting a bucket full of
leaves would work just a well. If the actors have a little talent and practice this can be
extremely funny.
The Great Seal
Heart of America Council
Personnel: 5 Cubs
Cub 1: Bet you never heard of the Great Seal of the United States.
Cub 2: You lose, I certainly have heard of it.
Cub 1: OK, I’ll bet you don’t know where to find a picture of it.
Cub 2: You win. Where?
Cub 1: On a dollar bill. Look, (Holds up a dollar bill.)
Cub 2: You mean the picture of George Washington?
Cub 1: No, turn the bill over and look at the two circular designs.
Cub 2: That’s the Great Seal? Why are there two designs?
Cub 1: That’s the front and back of the Great Seal, like the front and backside of a coin.
Cub 3: What do the designs mean?
Cub 1: First there is the eagle. That’s our National symbol. The shield over the eagle’s
breast has 13 stripes.
Cub 4: For the 13 original states?
Cub 1: Right.
Cub 5: (Looking at bill) what’s the eagle holding in his bill?
Cub 1: It’s a ribbon with the word “E Pluribus Unum” which is Latin for “One from
Many.”
Cub 4: Meaning one nation from many states?
Cub 1: Right.
Cub 3: What’s the eagle holding in his claws?
Cub 2: I know. There is an olive branch, the symbol of peace, with 13 leaves.
Cub 4: And he’s holding 13 arrows in the other claw, which means that we intend to
defend our freedom.
Cub 1: Do you know why the eagle is facing right?
Cub 2: It means that peace is right. Peace is first.
Cub 3: What does the pyramid mean?
Cub 1: The pyramid is the symbol of strength and lasting power. But notice that it’s flat
on top—unfinished. That means the nation is unfinished. We still have a big job ahead.
Cub 4: What is that triangular eye above the pyramid?
Cub 5: I think it represents God watching over us.
Cub 3: Gosh, I never realized there was so much crammed into the Great Seal.
Cub 1: And I’ll bet you never realized it was right there on the $1 bill.
America
Heart of America Council
Characters: 7 Cubs, 6 wearing costumes depicting themes related to the states. All
seven carrying a letter spelling out America
Rhode Island: Small in size, large in heart,
Freedom of worship gave us our start;
One of the original thirteen,
Home of Roger Williams and Nathaniel Greene;
Many Americans daily are fed,
By our state bird, the Rhode Island Red.
Mississippi: Look away, look away, Dixieland
Many brave men at Tupelo and Vicksburg took their stand;
Magnolias still bloom and mockingbirds still sing,
But the Natchez Trace with voices no longer ring.
Colorado: First came the real mountain men,
The trappers and traders
Then gold seekers and railroaders;
Finally coal miners gave way to skiers and oil,
John Denver sought and Robert Redford still seeks to save our soil.
Idaho: The River of No Return halted Lewis & Clark temporarily,
Traders, farmers and sheepherders
followed their trail merrily;
Today, tourists gaze in awe
at the wonders they saw,
And even eat our famous potatoes raw!
Arizona: Navajo, Hopi, Apache,
were led by Cochise and Geronimo;
Our large Indian population
continues to help us grow;
Copper, cotton, cattle, citrus and climate are the "C's"
That have proven to be economic key.
Alaska: North to Alaska was the cry,
Gold fever was the reason why;
Seward's Folly was no more,
But it was 1959 before America officially opened its door;
The Alcan highway was the first link,
The pipeline added strength.
(Boys look for the missing letter)
"E": Isn't this neat?
Without me there is no America.
I represent Everyone,
And that's what makes America complete
(Boys line up in proper order AM_RICA then E comes on last.)
Brain Shop
Skits-a-mazoo
Cast: Customer, Shopkeeper
Setting: Brain Shop
Customer: Hi! I'm bored with myself. I'd like to buy a new brain and have an all-new
personality.
Shopkeeper: (In one of those evil, horror movie voices) Ahh, yes. Well, I can sell you
this brain from Billy Crystal for $5000. Here. Try it. ("Unscrews" head and plops in
pretend brain.) How do you feel?
Customer: (In Billy Crystal style voice) Marvelous. I ... feel marrrvelous. But I don't
think it's me. Can I try another?
Shopkeeper: Okay. Let me see. (Rummages around.) Let's try this one. It's the brain
from Captain Kirk. Only $5000.
Customer: (In Kirk voice) "Scotty, can you fix those transporters? No, a bit too famous
for me."
Shopkeeper: Sure. I'll go out back. (Rummages around in back of store.) Here's one
from Ronald Reagan. It only costs $5000. How do you feel?
Customer: (In Ronald Reagan style voice) "Well, Bonzo, stop that".. I think that this
one's still a bit too famous for me.
Shopkeeper: Hmmmm. A tough customer. I'll have to go down to the basement. I'll be
back. (Customer comments on the kind of brains he has gotten and what kind he'll get
next.) Ahhh, here we are. The best in the house, not famous at all. I guarantee you'll
love it. Only $15000. (Yes, $15000.)
Customer: (Imitates a leader in the crowd for some notorious act, such as putting up the
sign and calling out "PACK!" or admonishing the kids or doing a famous routine or the
like.) Hmmm, this is good. But I recognize it. No, wait, it's (Insert name of person.) I
love it! But tell me the brains of those three famous people only cost $5000 apiece. This
one, however, comes from a virtually unknown, unimportant person. Why does it cost
$15000?
Shopkeeper: Well, it's never been used!
Climb That
Skits-a-mazoo
Two Scouts meet, and the first scout begins to brag he can climb anything.
Scout 1: "Can you climb that tree?"
Scout 2 "Sure I've done it lots of times."
Scout 1 "Can you climb the steep hill over there?"
Scout 2 "No sweat, no problem for me."
Scout 1 "How about the Empire State Building?"
Scout 2 "Done it, Did it."
Scout 1 "How about Mount Everest?"
Scout 2 "Boy that was I cold day, I've done that too. I told you I am the world's greatest
climber, I can climb anything!"
Scout 1 "I'll bet you ten bucks I can show you something that you can't climb."
Scout 2 "Your on!"
Scout 1 pulls out a flashlight and shine the beam up into the sky "all right climb that!"
Scout 2 "Are you crazy? No Way!"
Scout 1 "I knew you would back out, now pay up!"
Scout 2 "I won't pay because it's not fair. I know you, I'd start climbing and I'd get half
way and you'd turn the flashlight off!"
CLOSING CEREMONY
CLOSING CEREMONY
"THIS IS MY COUNTRY"
Simon Kenton Council
BOY 1: This is my country. I will use my eyes to see the beauty of this land.
BOY 2: I will use my ears to hear its sounds.
BOY 3: I will use my mind to think what I can do to make it more beautiful.
BOY 4: I will use my hands to care for it.
BOY 5: I will use my feet to serve it.
BOY 6: With my heart, I will honor it.
CUBMASTER MINUTE
"Baden-Powell"
Simon Kenton Council
Baden-Powell had a vision which he made come true,
So that we enjoy Scouting and have fun while we do.
He wasn't an American But he's famous to us
He has earned in America our admiration and trust.
May the spirit of Scouting be with both young and old, as we never forget the blue the
gold.
May you strive for truth and spirituality in the warm sunlight from the sky above,
May you bring good cheer and happiness to others
And have steadfast loyalty and love.
Cubmaster Minute
Sam Houston Area Council
Recently I heard a story of a family on vacation. They were traveling by car on a grand
tour across the country. At one point, they stopped at a scenic overlook, which stood at
the edge of a steep-walled canyon. Some people at the overlook were having fun, yelling
into the canyon and listening for the many echoes coming back.
“The youngest member of the family had never encountered an echo like that before,
where more than one reply came back. He kept shouting all different kinds of words to
the canyon and laughing at the response. Finally, he turned to his father and exclaimed.
“Whatever I put in, comes out even more!”
Scouting is like that. You will get back out of it, what you put in. Sometimes it will
come back to you many times over. We are all on a wonderful adventure together in
Scouting.
Ceremony 1
Sam Houston Area Council
Sing: "This Land is Your Land"
(chorus)
This land is your land, this land is my land,
From California to the New York Island.
From the Redwood Forest, to the Gulf
Stream waters,
This land was made for you and me.
(chorus)
As I was walking that ribbon of highway,
I saw above me that endless skyway,
I saw below me that lonesome valley,
This land was made for you and me.
---Chorus--I've roamed and rambled, and followed my footsteps,
To the sparkling sands of her diamond deserts
and all around me a voice was saying,
This land was made for you and me.
---Chorus--When the sun came shining and I was strolling,
And the wheat fields waving,
And the dust clouds rolling,
As the fog was lifting, a voice was chanting,
This land was made for you and me.
---Chorus--AMERICANISM
Heart of America
Personnel: 11 Cubs
Equipment: Card with part on the back and large capitol letters on front to spell out
Americanism.
A is for Advantages
We have so many more;
Because we are American
Let us give thanks therefore.
M Is For Majority
Decision by the most;
That’s the rule we follow
From coast to rugged coast.
E Is For Education
Available to all;
So every last American
Stands up straight and tall.
R Is For Religion
We worship as we will;
A right we’ll always cherish
And let no evil kill.
I Is For Independence
That our fathers once declared;
Our nation rose to greatness
Because these brave men dared.
C is for Citizenship
Of which we can be proud;
So let’s proclaim it daily
And do it long and loud.
A is for Assembly
To gather as we might;
That’s another privilege
Another previous right.
N Is For The News
A press that’s always free;
A sentinel on watch
To guard our liberty.
I is for Impartial
Equal justice for us all;
Law — the same for everyone
The great, the poor, the small.
S Is For Our Speech
Though others may disagree;
You may still express yourself
Because our speech is free,
M Is For Our Motto –
And that is why we say,
“In God We Trust, To live
The good American way.
!
WEBELOS
Aquanaut
Buddy Tag
Sam Houston Area Council
Materials: Lightwood, Waterproof ink, Drill, Board
Directions:
1. Cut a two-inch circle from lightwood.
2. Drill hole for hanging.
3. Write Webelos Scout’s name on the circle with waterproof ink.
4. If desired, you can indicate swimming skill with stripes – red for non-swimmer, blue
for beginner, green for swimmer.
5. Add stripes as boy improves skill.
6. When he and his buddy are in the water, their buddy tags hand on board.
7. When they come out of the water, the boys take them off the board.
Water Game
Sam Houston Area Council
Penny Hunt
Scatter pennies on the pool bottom. On signal, players don masks, fins, and snorkels and
begin search. The one who retrieves the most pennies wins.
Scavenger Hunt
Play in a river or lake where debris has collected. Wearing old sneakers or shoes for
safety and gloves, the players bring out as much trash as they can. Winner is the one with
the biggest collection.
Flapping Fins Race
On signal, players put on fins (no masks or snorkels) and race to the other side of the pool
and back.
Water Balloon Soccer
Move balloons back and forth with feet only, without letting them touch the bottom.
Table Waiter Races
Each swimmer carries a paper plate with a cork on it. He starts in the water and goes
toward the finish line with the plate held at shoulder level with one hand. He may replace
the cork if it falls off.
Grand Canyon
Swimming and water sports provide the finest exercise a boy can get and the skills
involved last a lifetime. The boy who is a swimmer has self-confidence. Learning to
swim well is an opportunity for personal adventure as he proudly learns to be an achiever
and to never stop trying.
The National Cub Scout Learn to Swim program is encouraged for all Cub Scouts.
Webelos Scouts have an additional opportunity, through the Aquanaut activity badge, to
take part in a character building process as well as to learn skills which could conceivably
one day save his or another person's life.
Suggestions For Den Activities
1. Discuss the importance of the buddy swimming system.
2. Have a demonstration of mask, fins, and snorkel by an expert.
3.Take the den swimming. Let them try to pass the 100-foot requirements, and surface
dive and snorkel optional requirements.
4. If a rowboat is available, have boat safety methods and rowing techniques
demonstrated by an expert. Give boys a chance to practice the methods. Invite parents to
come along.
5. Teach the four basic rescue methods. Let boys’ practice reaching and throwing a
lifeline for rescue.
6. Practice rescue breathing on dummy.
7. Go to a swim meet or diving exhibition.
8. Go to a canoe or sailboat race.
9. Invite an expert to explain how to handle emergencies in the water. (Contact a swim
instructor, the YMCA or Coast Guard)
10. Visit a boat yard.
11. Have a quiz on boat safety rules.
12. Study the safe swim defense plan.
13. Learn about water pollutants in lakes and rivers in the area. How do they affect water
consumption and recreation?
14. At the end of the month, have a family splash party where Webelos Scouts can
demonstrate proficiency in swimming, snorkeling, boating, and water rescue. Include
games that the whole family will enjoy playing.
Circle 10 Council
Every Scout is a swimmer! The Aquanaut Activity Badge teaches swimming skills,
water and boat safety, and snorkeling. Aquanaut is in the Physical Skills group.
Objectives
 To teach safety precautions on, in, or near the water.
 To increase the boys’ swimming skills and endurance.
 To introduce Webelos to snorkeling.
Where to go and what to do
 Have a pack meeting at a local pool. Be sure make a reservation!
 Have a splash party for your Webelos and allow them to bring their friends (a good
recruiting idea). Alternately, have a parent and scout swim coupled with swim tests
and instruction in fins, mask and snorkel.
 Know the rules of small-boat safety and practice at a local body of water. Watch the
sun set from offshore.
 Invite a scuba diving expert to a den meeting to tell about his equipment and
activities.
 Invite a Boy Scout who has recently visited the Florida High Adventure Camp and
who is skilled in snorkeling and scuba diving to tell about his experiences.
 Ask Boy Scouts to demonstrate and teach water rescue techniques.
Games for Aquanaut
The Guess What I’m Doing Game
On separate slips of paper, write some directions. (Make them rules from Safe Swim
Defense).
Put the slips in a hat and ask the first player to pick one. He reads his directions silently
and pantomimes the action. The player who first guesses what he is doing becomes the
next pantomimer.
Yacht Race
Line your gang at one end of the swimming area, giving each racer a soda straw and a
small sailboat made of a flat board, an upright stick and a paper sail. Make the sailboats
as much alike as possible so that everyone has the same chance of winning. The Cub
Scout regatta boats could also be used. On a signal, the swimmers must begin to blow
their craft forward by puffing through their soda straws. The use of hands to put the boat
back on course is forbidden.
Nuts And Bolts
A good way to get used to being underwater is to play this game. Toss a large bolt with a
nut on it into waist-deep water. Bend down to find the bolt and unscrew the nut while
you are under the water. If you can’t finish the job, you must drop the bolt, come up for
air and go down again until you have separated the two. When they are separated,
straighten up to show them, throw them in again, and go under to replace the nut on the
bolt. This may be played individually or as a team relay game.
Note: Be careful of throwing these bolts into a plastic lined swimming pool so you do not
damage the liner. Be sure to remove all nuts and bolts after the game so they do not rust
and stain the lining of the pool.
Find The Number
About twenty large, flat rocks are plainly marked on both sides with numbers ranging
from one to five. These are thrown into water that may be from two to six feet deep,
depending on the swimming ability of your group. On a signal, everyone dunks to try to
bring back as many numbered rocks as possible to his station on shore. Only one rock
may be carried at a time. The player who collects the highest total when the numbers on
his rocks are added up is the winner. Any flat, non-floating objects may be used instead
of rocks.
Geologist
Make A Volcano
Circle 10 Council
Materials:
12 inch-square wood for base
Aluminum foil
Baking Soda
Vinegar
Red food color
Newspaper and wallpaper paste
1. Make a cone-shaped base for papier-mâché by sticking pieces of coat hanger in wood
base
diagonally. Fill in under wires with wadded aluminum foil.
2. Cover cone with papier-mâché. Leave an opening in top where jar lid can be set. Let
dry.
3. Paint with tempera or acrylic paint.
4. Set jar lid upside down in top of volcano.
5. To make volcano erupt, place about 1 teaspoon of baking soda in the jar lid. Add ¼
cup vinegar mixed with a little red food coloring and watch the action. This is safe to use
indoors.
California Inland Empire Council
Make Sandstone:
Materials:
Water, Salt, Nail, a small saucepan, spoon, fine sand (about one quart), a plastic or
cardboard container, aluminum food container.
Pour one cup of water into a small saucepan and heat it on the stove over medium heat.
As the water heats, add the salt and mix well. Continue adding salt and mixing it well
until no more will dissolve in the water. Remove the pan from the heat. Place the sand
in a deep, plastic container that is large enough for mixing. Pour the salt solution into the
sand and mix thoroughly. The sand should be completely moistened.
Punch tiny holes into the bottom of an aluminum food container with a nail. Press the
sand and salt mixture into the container and pour away any excess water. Keep this
experiment in a warm, dry spot for several days. After the sand has dried out, lift the
chuck of material from the container and examine it. You have just made sandstone.
The sandstone just made was created in much the same way that nature makes it. The salt
clings to the particles of the sand and holds them together. If you find sandstone in
nature, you will find it is made of several layers. This occurs when one sandy sediment is
laid on top of another. These layers are pressed together over time to make the rock you
see today.
The Earth Bowl
California Inland Empire Council
The Earth Bowl is a three dimensional, edible representation of the earth in cross section.
(If time allows, have scouts participate in measuring the ingredients and constructing the
Bowl.)
Materials:
4 oz. pkg. raspberry gelatin dessert
4 oz. pkg. instant vanilla pudding
8 oz. pkg. black cherry gelatin dessert
4 cups boiling water (can be boiled and kept hot in thermos)
4 cups cold water
3 mixing bowls
12 graham crackers
1/2 cup melted margarine
1/4 cup granulated sugar
10" diameter clear glass bowl
(Small paper cups and spoons for after discussion)
Procedure:
Make the gelatin desserts in separate bowls and according to the directions on the side of
the box. Put in refrigerator to set. Have the Scouts crush the graham crackers into fine
crumbs. This can be done by putting the crackers in a zip-lock bag and having the
Webelos pound the bag until the crackers are in very fine crumbs.
Mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted margarine and granulated sugar. Press
the mixture on the bottom and along the sides of the glass bowl to form a crust. Set
aside.
After two hours the gelatin will set. Spoon the black cherry into the graham cracker crust.
Form it so that there is about a five inch pocket in the middle.
Next, spoon in the lemon gelatin, leaving a two inch hole. Into this center, spoon the
raspberry gelatin.
Allow time for each Scout to take a look at the Earth Bowl and discuss its layers. Then
dig in!