Youth Activity Archive

Activity Description: Write or draw a message about hopes for the future and save it inside a decorated tube to open next World Thinking Day.

Items Needed:

• Paper
• Pencil, crayons, or markers
• Empty cardboard paper towel tube
• Stickers or craft decorations
• Tape or glue

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 10–15 min):

1. Write or draw a future message. (3–4 min)
   • Create a picture or message showing a hope for the future, such as clean water, kindness, or no one going hungry.
2. Decorate the tube. (3–4 min)
   • Use markers, stickers, or craft supplies to decorate the outside of the cardboard tube.
3. Share the message. (2–3 min)
   • Read or show the message to the group before storing it.
4. Store the message. (2–3 min)
   • Roll or fold the paper and place it inside the tube.
   • Keep the tube in a safe place until next year’s World Thinking Day.
5. Reflect next year. (Optional, 1–2 min)
   • Open the tube next year and share why the message is important.

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This activity does not meet any Scouting America Requirements

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