Participatory Citizenship

The aims of Scouting are character development, citizenship training, personal fitness (both mental and physical), and leadership development. Here are some helps and activities which are specifically designed to engage Scouts of all ages in participatory citizenship.
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Simple Opening Flag Ceremony
Patriotism, respect, and teamwork shine during the Opening Flag Ceremony. Scouts learn to honor the flag and what it stands for. It’s a tradition that builds confidence while fostering unity in the pack. Leaders guide the Scouts, ensuring they feel prepared and understand the importance of each step. This ceremony is a great way to kick off meetings and teach valuable lessons about working together and respecting our country. 🏕️ #USA
Simple Closing Flag Ceremony
The Cub Scout closing flag ceremony teaches respect for the flag and offers a great leadership opportunity. As the Color Guard retrieves the flags, Scouts work together to ensure everything is done properly, building teamwork and confidence. This ceremony is easy to follow, meaningful, and helps leave a lasting impression as it brings the meeting to a respectful close. It’s one more way that Scouting helps instill valuable lessons in young Scouts. #FlagEtiquette #USA 🦅
Displaying the US Flag with Other Flags
Scouting programs teach the importance of displaying the US flag correctly. Scouts learn proper flag etiquette, which includes understanding the order of display and the prominent position of the US flag at events. They also learn how to handle the flag with care, including the procedures for raising, lowering, and flying it at half-staff. These lessons help Scouts develop respect and responsibility, key values in their growth as citizens. By displaying the US flag properly, Scouts show their pride in their country and commitment to the principles of Scouting. This knowledge is crucial in fostering patriotism and respect. 🇺🇸🪧 #RespectTheFlag
How to Fold the US Flag
Learning to fold the US flag is a valuable skill for Scouts. It shows respect for our country and those who served. The flag represents our nation’s values, like freedom, justice, and unity. Folding the flag properly is a way to honor these principles. This guide will help you learn how to fold the flag correctly. Every step has meaning, and it’s important to follow them carefully. This ensures the flag is treated with the respect it deserves. We fold the flag at special times, like ceremonies or when retiring a flag. Knowing how to do this shows our national pride and helps us remember sacrifices made for our country. 🇺🇸💪 #Respect #USA
Respectful Flag Retirement Ceremony
Honor the United States flag as it's retired from service with a ceremony that embodies dignity and respect. This simple guide offers a step-by-step approach to retiring Old Glory, ensuring that the process is conducted with the solemnity it deserves. Perfect for Scout groups, community organizations, or personal observance, this ceremony is a fitting tribute to a symbol of freedom and bravery.
United States Flag Cootie Catcher
A creative and educational craft perfect for Scouts, classrooms, or at-home learning. This fun activity helps kids understand U.S. Flag history and etiquette through interactive play. Ideal for enhancing patriotic knowledge in a playful manner.
Raising and Lowering the US Flag
These are some basic rules for raising and lowering the US flag. The most important rule to remember is to always treat the US flag with dignity and respect. It is the symbol of the United States of America. Remember that many men and women have given their lives defending the liberty and freedom it represents.
Threads and Flags Ceremony
This Threads and Flags minute reminds us that the US flag is a symbol of our country. When we honor it, when honor all of those who have protected our freedom through the years, especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our liberty. The flag also helps us focus on our national unity. We might not agree on everything, but we recognize that there are core principles which bring us all together.
Displaying the US Flag with Other Flags
The US Flag is the symbol of our country. Scouts should know how to fold it, fly it, and handle it. Flag etiquette is part of many of the Scout requirements. In many cases, the rules are pretty straightforward. But in other cases, you just need to know the rules. For example, it gets more complicated when you are displaying the US flag with flags from other nations.
History of the United States Flag Cootie Catcher or Fortune Teller
Barb sent in this template and instructions for making a cootie catcher make a history of the US flag cootie catcher to help Cub Scouts. A cootie catcher, also called a fortune teller, is an orgami construct which can be used to ask and answer questions.
James M. Stewart Good Citizenship Award
The purpose of this award is to introduce Scouts to the life of a great American, James M. Stewart. The Jimmy Stewart Museum is offering this award to a Scout or Scouter who has exemplified the characteristics necessary to live the life of a good citizen.
Raising and Lowering the US Flag
These are some basic rules for raising and lowering the US flag. The most important rule to remember is to always treat the US flag with dignity and respect. It is the symbol of the United States of America. Remember that many men and women have given their lives defending the liberty and freedom it represents.
Simple Indoor Opening Flag Ceremony
Many of our kids have not been exposed to flag etiquette before their first flag ceremony, so take the time to give them some basic instruction. This is a very simple opening flag ceremony for Cub Scouts to use at Den and Pack meetings.
Veterans Day Military Cadence
Today is Veterans Day. In honor this occasion, Mary sent in this cadence, or jody call. Thanks Mary!
Constitution Puzzle - Word Search
This constitution puzzle is a word search which contains words and phrases related to the United States Constitution. Use it with your citizenship requirements.