Pack Resource Sheet July 2018

Scout Law: Brave

Theme: Home of the Brave

A Scout can face danger (or new things) although he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten him. For a Cub Scout, his home is his community: his neighborhood, his school, and his place of worship. Acts of bravery come in all shapes and sizes, just like Cub Scouts.

Gathering Activity: Patriotic Puzzles

Place the pieces of a puzzle of the US, the flag, or other patriotic symbol on a large table. Have the participants gather to work on it as they arrive.

Gathering Activity: I Love America Stars

Materials: Blue posterboard, white paper stars, red markers, tape or glue

As participants arrive, have them write down something they love about America on a star, then glue or tape it to the blue poster.

Opening Ceremony: Here's to the Flag

#1: Here's to the red of it.

There's not a thread of it,

No, not a shred of it,

In all the spread of it,

From foot to head,

But heroes bled for it,

Faced steel and lead for it,

Precious blood shed for it,

Bathing it red!

#2: Here's to the blue of it.

Beauteous view of it,

Heavenly hue of it,

Star-spangled dew of it,

Constant and true;

States stand supreme for it,

Liberty's beam for it

Brightens the blue!

#3: Here's to the white of it.

Thrilled by the sight of it,

Who knows the right of it?

But feels the might of it,

Through day and night.

Womanhood's care of it

Made manhood dare for it.

Purity's prayer for it

Keeps it so white!

#4: Here's to the whole of it.

Stars, stripes and pole of it,

Body and soul of it,

Oh, the roll and wave of it,

Sun shining through.

Heart's in accord for it,

Swear by the sword for it,

Thanking the Lord for it,

Red, white, and blue!

Please rise and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Song: You're a Grand Ole Flag

You're a grand old flag,

You're a high flying flag

And forever in peace may you wave.

You're the emblem of

The land I love.

The home of the free and the brave.

Ev'ry heart beats true 'neath the Red, White and Blue, Where there's never a boast or brag.

Should auld acquaintance be forgot,

Keep your eye on the grand old flag.

Advancement Ceremony: Freedom Symbols

Materials: Awards attached to models or posters of the Statue of Liberty, Declaration of Independence, Liberty Bell, and bald eagle.

CM: There are many symbols that have special meaning to American citizens. Tonight I would like to tell you a little about some of the symbols as we honor the boys who are receiving awards.

The Statue of Liberty stands in New York Harbor welcoming people to our country. The inscription at the base of this statue reads in part, “I lift my lamp beside the golden door.” There is a golden door in Cub Scouting, and it is open to all boys. By walking through that door, each boy has an opportunity to learn about citizenship and to grow in character and fitness. The boys who receive the Bobcat badge tonight have just entered that door. (Call the boys and their parents forward. Present their awards.)

The Declaration of Independence is one of many documents that established freedom in America. It was signed on July 4, 1776. The Wolf Cub Scouts are showing their independence and learning many new skills. (Call boys and parents forward. Present awards.)

One of the most beloved of our freedom symbols is the Liberty Bell. The Liberty Bell was rung in July 1776 calling the people of Philadelphia to the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence. It is inscribed with these words: “Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land.” With their goodwill the Bear Cub Scouts proclaim the spirit of Cub Scouting. (Call boys and parents forward. Present awards.)

I have one last symbol of freedom to talk about, the American eagle. The bald eagle was chosen as the emblem of our country because of its long life, great strength, and majestic looks. It represents a country that offers to its people freedom and opportunity. Our Webelos are soon to be Boy Scouts. They are the future of Scouting. They have the opportunity to continue a long life in Scouting, and they may aspire to advance in Scouting, to grow in strength and knowledge, and one day to receive the Eagle Scout Award. (Call boys and parents forward. Present awards.)

Congratulations! I am proud of each of you and your accomplishments. Continue to work hard as Cub Scouts and as citizens of our great country.

Cheers

Constitution Cheer: Shout “We, the people, approve!”

Cub Scouts America Cheer: “A-M-E-R-I-C-A, Cub Scouts, Cub Scouts, USA!”

George Washington Cheer: “I cannot tell a lie; that was great!”

Liberty Bell Cheer: Divide the audience in half. When you point at each side, side 1 says “Ding”, side 2 says “Dong”. When you point at both sides together, say, “Let freedom ring!”

Skit:

A Cub Scout stands looking up into the sky..

Cub #1: “Oooh, Ahhhh!”

Cub #2: (Walks up to Cub #1, follows his lead and looks up) “What are you looking at?”

Cub #1: “Fireworks! Want to watch with me?”

Cub #2: “Yeah!”

Cub #1 and #2: “Oooooh, Ahhhh!”

Cub #3: (Walks up to Cub #1 and #2, looks up) “What are you looking at!”

Cub #2 “Fireworks! Want to watch with me?” Cub#3: “Yeah!”

Cubs #1, #2, #3: “Ooooh, Ahhhh!”

Cub #4: (Walks up to Cub #1, #2, #3, and looks up) “What are you looking at?”

Cub #3: “Fireworks! Want to watch with me?”

Cub #4: “Yeah!” (Repeat till only one Cub remains) Last Cub: (Walks up to group) “What are you all looking at?”

All: “Fireworks!”

Last Cub: “Those aren’t fireworks – they’re fireflies!”

Cub #1 “Oh - I just thought the fireworks were really far away!” (Walks off)

Cubmaster's Minute:

Sometimes we're afraid to try something because it is new and unfamiliar. Sometimes we're afraid to try because we don't want to fail. Whatever the reason, you'll never know if it is something you'll succeed in or something you're good at unless you take that first step and try. Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919, 26^th President of the U.S.A.) said, “Far better is it to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure, than to take rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy much nor suffer much, because they live in the gray twilight that knows not victory nor defeat.”

Closing Ceremony: I Believe in America

#1: I believe in America!

#2: I believe in this great land where freedom and opportunity are more than just words.

#3: I believe that we, as a nation, place our basic trust and hope in God.

#4: I believe that, despite any challenges, we as Americans will continue to be a strong and law-abiding country.

#5: I believe that as a nation we have our faults, but I also believe we are trying to overcome them.

#6: I believe in America!

Activity: Symbols of Freedom Obstacle Course

Materials: rope, foil, wooden box or step stool, stick or stickhorse, sport cones, bell with string, large ball, chairs, pen, large sheet of paper

Set up an obstacle course with the following activities:

*Soar Like an Eagle: Walk on a line or rope on the ground with arms spread like an eagle.

*Statue of Liberty: Shape a “torch” from foil, step up on a wooden box or step stool, and pose like the statue.

*Paul Revere's Ride: Ride a stick horse or stick and run a course marked by sport cones.

*Liberty Bell: Ring a bell suspended at a short distance by throwing a large ball.

*Declaration of Independence: Go over a few hurdles (rope between chairs), pick up a pen, run to a large sheet of paper hung on the wall, and sign your name.