Before the meeting:
- Print Outdoor Code Emoji, one for each Cub Scout.
- Print Leave No Trace Principles for Kids Emoji, one for each Cub Scout.
During the Meeting:
- Gather the Cub Scouts and review the Outdoor Code and the Leave No Trace Principles for Kids found in the front of the Wolf handbook.
- Hand out the printouts of the Outdoor Code and Leave No Trace Principles for Kids emojis to each Cub Scout.
- Ask Cub Scouts to look at each emoji on their sheet and think about what it represents in the context of the Outdoor Code and Leave No Trace Principles for Kids.
- Encourage them to write down their guesses or interpretations next to each emoji.
- If a Cub Scout is unsure about the meaning of an emoji or a specific word related to the principles, offer guidance,
- One by one, go through each emoji as a group. Ask Cub Scouts to share their interpretations.
- For any emojis that were misinterpreted, provide the correct explanation, and ensure that everyone understands.
- With the Emoji sheet as a reference, lead the Cub Scouts in reciting the Outdoor Code and Leave No Trace Principles for Kids together.
Tip: Allow the Cub Scouts to use their handbook to reference the Outdoor Code and Leave No Trace Principles for Kids.