Youth Activity Archive

Activity Description: Youth create a simple handprint flag together to represent their group and display their teamwork.

Items Needed:

• Large piece of fabric, felt, or poster board for the flag
• Markers (regular, permanent, or fabric)
• Scissors
• Glue or tape
• Yarn or cord
• Hole punch
• (Optional) Stickers or patches for decoration
• (Optional) Wooden dowel or stick to hold the flag

Before the Meeting Starts:

1. Prepare the flag base. (5 min)
   • Lay out the fabric or poster board.
   • Make sure there is space for each youth’s name and handprint.

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 20–30 min):

1. Add names and handprints. (8–10 min)
   • Option 1: Youth trace their hand on the flag with markers. Write their name inside or near the handprint.
   • Option 2: Have each youth trace and cut out their handprint on a separate piece of paper and glue the cut out on the flag.
   • (Optional) Have each youth share one thing about themselves as they add their hand to the flag.
2. Decorate the flag. (5–7 min)
   • Add den/pack/troop number, or other symbols.
   • (Optional) Use markers, stickers, or patches for decoration.
3. Attach cords or ties. (3–4 min)
   • Punch holes at the top corners. Tie yarn or cord through the holes to hang the flag. Hang the flag on a wall or tie it to a stick.
   • Show the finished flag to the group. Bring the flag to each meeting. Add new decorations or handprints if new youth join.

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This activity does not meet any GSUSA Requirements

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