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Originally Posted by Teresa  I don't have any boys - so I'm unfamiliar with Cub Scouting.
Do I understand that they have to KNOW what the meaning behind their rituals are? AND they (and you) have to participate in a family project? Is the project something that is supposed to benefit the family? That sounds wonderful! |
Their knowledge of the various things doesn't have to be perfect. Like Chrissi said the motto is "Do Your Best". The handbook is clear that there are no performance requirements in Tiger Cubs. The point is participation and simply attempting whatever the project or activity is.
However I am trying to hold Joshua to a higher standard, especially with the Bobcat requirements. (Learn the motto, sign, handshake, Promise, Law of the Pack, etc.) Since these are things all cubs must learn regardless of what age they are when they join I feel that it's important he really learns and understands these things. Also many of these are used each week in the opening and closing ceremonies at their meetings. As we move on to the other activities I don't plan on being quite so demanding on him. But with my OCD tendencies we will see how that plan goes!
Yes, Tiger Cubs (first grade) must have an adult partner who is also registered with Boy Scouts of America. This adult partner must attend all meetings with the boy, and participate in all the activities. While adult participation is encouraged at the older levels of scouting, and we do plan to continue to be involved in some way, I don't believe it is required past Tigers at least not on a daily basis.
The family project (maybe a better word choice would be activity) for this unit is simply to perform a chore together and discuss the concept of responsibility. It's not like a service project or anything like that. Although there are some things during the year that will be service projects.
Be sure to read my entries from September if you haven't already. We've had quite the ups and downs during our first month! It is definitely a learning experience but one that will pay off big the longer he sticks with it.
Thanks for reading!!!
