Knife Safety Rules Word Search

Before the meeting: 

1. Print one copy of the Knife Safety Word Search for each Cub Scout. 
2. Set up meeting space for Cub Scouts to have room to complete the activity. 

During the meeting: 

1. Give each Cub Scout a pencil or pen and a copy of the Knife Safety Word Search. Allow time to complete the puzzle. Discuss words in word search when complete. 
2. Gather the Cub Scouts and introduce the Knife Safety Rules.  Explain that knife safety rules apply to all knives in all situations. 

• • Stop – make sure no one else is within arm’s reach.
    Ask  Cub Scouts to explain how to ensure no one is within arm’s reach. The answer is “safety circle.” 
  • Away – cut away from your finger or other body parts. 
    Ask Cub Scouts why they should always cut away from themselves. The answer is “to avoid being cut with the knife.” 
  • Sharp – a sharp, clean knife is a safe knife.
    Ask Cub Scouts how they determine if a knife is sharp or dull. Demonstrate the sharpness of a knife by holding a sheet of per by the edge and slicing through it diagonally in a downward motion as you pull the blade through the paper. 
  • Store – knives closed, in a sheath or knife block.
    Where should they keep their knife when it is not being used? The answer is “depends on the knife. Pocketknives should be kept closed while not in use and kitchen knives in a knife block.