Author: Tia Kennard
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A Quiet Sign

Youth learn and practice a “Quiet Sign” chosen by the group to signal when it is time to stop and listen.
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Puppet Making – Hand Puppet Introduction

Youth make hand puppets with their adult partners to learn about each other.
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Handprint Group Flag

Youth create a simple handprint flag together to represent their group and display their teamwork.
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Reward System: Simple Honor Board

Youth create a simple honor board using cords and beads to track attendance, achievements, and positive behavior.
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Reward System: Marble Jar

Youth earn group rewards by adding marbles to a jar for positive behavior during meetings.
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S.Am. Protect Children – Cubs

Youth complete six short safety activities with their adult guardian from the Scouting America Cub Scout parent’s guide booklet.
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Recycled Crayon Art

Youth melt broken crayons in a silicone ice cube tray to make new rainbow crayons.
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Games – Back to Back Drawing Relay

Youth try to draw based by the feeling of the original drawing on their back, without words.
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Games – Back to Back Drawing

One youth describes a simple drawing they make while their partner, sitting back-to-back, tries to recreate it without looking.
