Webelos Activity Badge: Citizen

Citizenship RelayTwo teams line up facing each other with a wide space between them. Mark or identify a line down the middle of this space. The leader asks each player a question about the Declaration of Independence, the Star Spangled Banner, the President, Vice-President, Governor, or other fitting subject. The team to respond with the first correct answer moves forward a step. If the answer is incorrect, the question is asked of the other team. The first team to cross the center line is the winner.

GeographyDivide into teams. One team picks out a place on a US map, calls out the name and challenges the other team to find it in four minutes. If the other team gets it within the time limit, they get one point. If they do not, the other team scores the point. The game ends when one team has earned five points.

United StatesHave the boys make a list of as many states as they can remember. After five or ten minutes, the one with the longest, most accurate list wins.

Our Flag's HistoryVisit your nearest library for books regarding the history of our flag. Get a copy of the BSA's Flag Book for information on the proper placement of the American flag at Pack meetings and assemblies. Be sure to check out the proper folding and use of the American flag. Check out these web sites for additional information:http://www.usflag.org/ http://www.usflag.org/flag.evolution.html http://userpages.aug.com/haywire/flag.html http://www.usacitylink.com/usa/?file=/citylink/usa/history.html

Our National AnthemFind an article or book on the history of the Star Spangled Banner. Who wrote it, when, and where? Do you know where the flag that inspired this song resides now? This song is sung before most US sporting events and when the USA wins a gold medal in the Olympics. Find the words and sing the song in your den. Here are some web sites to check out:http://www.usflag.org/francis.scott.key.html http://www.150.si.edu/chap3/flag.htm http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0194015.html http://www.tc-solutions.com/croom/ssb.html

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Webelos Activity: Citizen

Citizen Questionnaire (most answers are found in the Webelos handbook)

1. The Vice President of the United States is ___________________. The Governor of my state is ____________________

2. The flag of the United States has ____ stars in a field of the color ________, with _____ stripes of ________ and ________. The stars in the flag of the United States stand for ______________; the stripes stand for __________________. When raising and lowering the flag on a flagpole, the flag should be raised ___________ and lowered ___________.

3. I respect my country's flag because __________________________________________. The flag should especially be flown on these special days: ________________________, _____________________________ and ______________________________.

4. The Star Spangled Banner is our __________________ ____________. It was written by _______________________ in the year ______. This poem was later set to __________.

5. Some rights of a United States citizen are: _______________________________, ____________________________ and _____________________________.

6. To save our resources, I can: clear ________________________________, plant _________________ and fix __________________________.

7. My friend is a good citizen because ___________________________________________.8. The government provides:

P __ L I __ __ __ F F __ __ __ R SF __ __ E F I __ __ T E __ __, and theM __ L __ T __ __ Y.

9. My family pays for the government by: _________________________________________.

Do You Know our Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance?Circle the best word to complete each statement.1. The word "pledge" means a {promise / bird}.2. When we pledge allegiance to the flag, we are promising to help keep the country {happy /

free}.3. Being loyal to our country means we are willing to help with our country's {problems /

presents}.4. Allegiance means being {kind / loyal}.5. {Betsy Ross / Abigail Adams} helped design and sew the first American flag.6. The American flag has {20 / 13} stripes.7. The first American flag had the stars in a {triangle / circle}.8. The American flag has one star for every {state / country}.9. The pole on which the flag is hung is called the {staff / state}.10. The blue part of the American flag is called the {field / staff}.11. The American flag should be held {higher / lower} than the state flag.12. The flag should be raised {fast / slowly} and with respect.13. If the flag gets dirty it must be {burned / laundered}.14. The American flag should be folded {in a triangle / like a tablecloth}.15. To respect the flag one should salute and {stand / sit} when the flag passes.

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Webelos Activity: Citizen

America's Symbols Quiz1. The right hand of the Statue of Liberty holds a torch. What does the left hand hold?2. Which is taller, the Statue of Liberty or the Washington monument?3. What words are inscribed on the ribbon held in the mouth of the eagle on the Great Seal of

the United States?4. In the Great Seal, what is the bald eagle carrying in its talons?5. What denomination of currency has the Great Seal printed on it?6. How many people can fit inside the head of the Statue of Liberty?7. What is the official U.S. motto?8. Francis Scott Key was inspired to write the "Star Spangled Banner" when he saw the flag still

flying over what fort?9. Name the four U.S. Presidents whose images are carved in the Mt. Rushmore memorial in

South Dakota.10. The Declaration of Independence says that all men are created __________.

(Answers: 1-Bill of Rights 2-Washington monument 3-E pluribus unum (one out of many) 4-arrow symbolizing war and an olive branch symbolizing peace 5-the $1 bill 6-40 7-In God We Trust8-Ft. McHenry 9-Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, T.Roosevelt 10-equal)

States and StripesThe stripes on the United States flag represent the thirteen original colonies. Unscramble the letters for each of those original thirteen states below.1. R I G V A I I N _________________________2. Y S E W N E R E J _________________________3. E Y R N O W K _________________________4. A A D E E L R W _________________________5. S S S S A E M A U H C T T _________________________6. G I A R O E G _________________________7. N A R L A Y M D _________________________8. S D A O I H D R N E L _________________________9. E T I T N C N C O U C _________________________10. L R A I A N O C H N R O T _________________________11. L R A I A N O C H S U O T _________________________12. N A P N A N S E L Y I V _________________________13. H E M S A R P I W N E H _________________________

(Answers: Virginia, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Massachusetts, Georgia, Maryland, Rhode Island, Connecticut, North Carolina, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire)

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Webelos Activity: Citizen1.If you meet the President, you call him:

a. your Highnessb. your Excellencyc. Mr. President

2.The President and his family live in:a. Blair Houseb. the White Housec. the suburbs

3.The first President to live in the White House was:a. J Adamsb. G Washingtonc. T Jefferson

4.We celebrate birthdays of which two Presidents in February:

a. Washington & Lincolnb. Jefferson & Adamsc. T.Roosevelt & F.D.Roosevelt

5.During the War of 1812, when Madison was President, this famous song was written:

a. Battle Hymn of the Republicb. God Bless Americac. The Star Spangled Banner

6.Twenty-seven Presidents have studied:a. flyingb. lawc. astronomy

7.The two big political parties today are:a. Republicans & Democratsb. Federalists & Whigsc. Conservatives & Liberals

8.The U.S. National Anthem was written by:a. G Washingtonb. F Scott Keyc. B Franklin

9.The law says Presidential elections must be held on:

a. the 1st Monday in Octoberb. Halloweenc. the 1st Tuesday in November

10.We hold Presidential elections every:a. two yearsb. four yearsc. six years

11.The United States is made up of:a. 13 statesb. 37 statesc. 50 states

12.The parties pick their Presidential candidates in:

a. Presidential primariesb. county, state, then regional conventionsc. by secret vote

13.If a president dies in office, the next president is:

a. the Vice Presidentb. elected by the peoplec. the oldest Senator

14.If you want to run for President, you should:a. go joggingb. take a napc. make speeches

15.When flown with state flags, the U.S. flag is raised:

a. 1st, lowered 1stb. 1st, lowered lastc. last, lowered 1st

16.The only man to be elected President four times was:

a. A Lincolnb. F D Rooseveltc. U S Grant

17.The President's wife is called:a. the First Ladyb. the Queenc. Mrs. President

18.The U.S. flag's stripes are colored:a. 6 red and 7 whiteb. 7 red and 6 whitec. 6 red and 6 white

19.When properly folded, the U.S. flag should be shaped like:

a. a circleb. a squarec. a triangle

20.On Memorial Day, the U.S. flag should:a. be flown at half staffb. be flown at full staffc. should not be flown

21.Out of the 50 states to join the union, Nebraska was:

a. among the original 13b. 24thc. 37th

22.It is law that all school children say the Pledge of Allegiance each day:

a. Trueb. False

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Webelos Activity: Citizen

Famous AmericansMatch each number to the BEST person below.

1. Olympic athlete 2. "Give me liberty … death" 3. Declaration/Independence4. "I have a dream" 5. "I have not yet begun … fight" 6. Early women's rights leader7. Alamo 8. Father of our country 9. Kitty Hawk10. Light bulb 11. Gettysburg Address 12. Lightning13. Steamship 14. Star Spangled Banner 15. Spirit of St. Louis16. Telephone 17. Father of the Constitution 18. United States flag19. Midnight ride 20. American Red Cross 21. Frontiersman, trapper

___ Abraham Lincoln ___ Elizabeth Cady Stanton ___ Alexander Graham Bell

___ John Paul Jones ___ Benjamin Franklin ___ Martin Luther King, Jr.

___ Betsey Ross ___ Patrick Henry ___ Charles Lindbergh

___ Paul Revere ___ Daniel Boone ___ Robert Fulton

___ Davy Crockett ___ Thomas Jefferson ___ Thomas Edison

___ James Madison ___ George Washington ___ Francis Scott Key

___ Wright Brothers ___ Jim Thorpe ___ Clara Barton

(Answers: Col 1: 11, 5, 18, 19, 7, 17, 9 Col 2: 6, 12, 2, 21, 3, 8, 1 Col 3: 16, 4, 15, 13, 10,14, 20)

Know Your StatesHere's a fun game/quiz based on the spelling of names of states.

1. Which state has a "ton?" 9. Which state has "ore" in it?

2. Which state starts with a "pen?" 10. Which state is an island?

3. Which state has an "Indian?" 11. Half of which state is "land?"

4. Which state has a tuck in the middle? 12. Which state starts with "ten?"

5. Which state has a "ham?" 13. Which state greets you with "Hi?"

6. Which state is "cut" on the end? 14. Two states are a "miss." Which ones

7. Which state has a "tan?" are they?

8. Which state is a "color?" 15. Which four states are "new?"

(Answers: 1-Washington 2-Pennsylvania 3-Indiana 4-Kentucky 5-New Hampshire6-Conneticut 7-Montana 8-Colorado 9-Oregon 10-Rhode Island11-Maryland 12-Tennessee 13-Ohio 14-Missouri and Mississippi

15-New Hampshire, New York, New Mexico, New Jersey)

Webelos Activity: Citizen

The Meaning of the Pledge of AllegianceFor each row, circle the word which means the same as the word on the left.

PLEDGE Polish Family Promise

ALLEGIANCE Puppy Loyalty Garden

REPUBLIC Plants People Airport

NATION Country Cereal Building

INDIVISIBLE Unity Paint Can’t be seen

LIBERTY Market Lesson Freedom

JUSTICE Promise Simple Fairness

SYMBOL Partner Flag Bird

CITIZEN Suit State Person

LAWS Story Rules People

(Answers: promise, loyalty, people, country, unity, freedom, fairness, person, rules)

Memorizing the Pledge of AllegianceWe say the Pledge of Allegiance so often that the words just roll off our tongue. But to look at it, could you insert a word that's missing? Give it a try. Try every line once without reciting the pledge in your head. How many could you get? Then go back and fill in the rest while you recite the pledge. Now number each line in the correct order.

1. ______ One ____________ under God

2. ______ And __________ for all

3. ______ Of the ___________ States of America

4. ______ Indivisible, with ___________

5. ______ I _________ allegiance to the flag

6. ______ And to the ____________ for which it stands

(Answers: 1-nation 2-justice 3-United 4-liberty 5-pledge 6-republicOrder: 5-3-6-1-4-2)

Webelos Activity Badge: Communicator

TV News ReportCut out a TV set from a box and set it on a small table. Each Webelos has to "report" a news story that has just come in. Using a simple sentence, the news anchor must play up his story using his hands only or using extreme facial expressions to get his story across to the viewing public. Do/Can they understand what he is saying? Stay tuned!

Communication with a Blind PersonHow would you go about describing something to a blind person? For instance, how would you explain a horse to someone who has never seen one? Try this exercise: Blindfold the Cubs and give them each a pencil and piece of paper. Then describe to them an animal and ask them to draw what they think they hear. Remove the blindfolds and see if they can guess what animal they have drawn. Hint: don't use any key words. Example, if you are describing an elephant, don't use the word trunk.

Body LanguageThis game as described in the Webelos book is a lot of fun. Add some pizzazz to it by dividing the den into teams and have them guess the message - like charades.

Communication via ComputerMany homes now have a computer that is connected to the Internet. Ask to have a meeting at one of these homes. Prepare a list of good WWW sites to visit for Cub Scouts and Communications.

Visit a Radio or TV StationLocal television and radio stations offer tours of the facilities and the den can even be on hand during a live broadcast. Be sure to contact the station you want to visit at least a month in advance. Planning ahead is a must!

Telephone EtiquetteYou can ask the boys to demonstrate proper telephone etiquette using a real phone set, but make it fun by making the tried and true paper cups and string phone. Use waxed dental floss for the string to make a really good connection. Now they can practice their phone courtesy with another boy literally on the other end of the line!

Invent a CodeThe Scouts will enjoy inventing their own code. But first, introduce them to a simple code and show them how it works. Check back issues of Boys Life magazine to find a good code to introduce them to, or use one from the following page. Once they're comfortable with that code, let them create and use their own den code. Prepare by listing all the letters of the alphabet and the numbers 0 - 9 on a couple cards. The whole den can help create the code by taking turns to designate a simple but unique symbol for each letter or number listed. Be sure they write the same symbol on both cards. Then have each boy write a simple message - three words is good. Then pass it to the boy on his left and let each boy de-code the message.

Webelos Activity: Communicator

CodesWebelos enjoy being able to communicate in code - it's like knowing a happy secret. Codes are used all over the world. When you send a telegram or a cable, you are sending a kind of code written in a short way. During wartime, codes are an important way for sending secret messages. Even the brands on cattle and markings on a plane are a kind of code. Codes usually have two parts. The first part is making the code, call "encoding." The second part is called "decoding," which tells the person who receives the message how to read and understand it.

Codes using MS-WordType in a message in Word in a readable alphabetic font. Then highlight the message and change the font to a non-alphabetic font. This is an easy way to convert a message into a code. Be sure to make and distribute the "key" to the code. Here's an example:Key: A - B - C - D - E - F - G -

H - I - J - K - L - M - N - O - P - Q - R - S - T - U - V - W - X - Y - Z -

Code: Message: Do Your Best

Rail Fence CodeSuppose you want to send the message "Louis likes bean soup." In the Rail Fence Code, you encode by dropping down every other letter:

L U S I E B A S UO I L K S E N O P

Then, take the bottom line of letters and put them next to the top line of letters. You'll come up with a coded message: LUSIEBASUOILKSENOP which you send. When your friend wants to decode the message, he just counts the number of letters, divides it by two, and places the last half below and between the first half.

Box CodeMake a 5x5 grid as pictured and label the columns 1 - 5 and the rows 1 - 5. Insert a letter into each box. One box will contain two letters, but the other letters in the message will help the decoder determine which letter to select. Using this system, the row number followed by the column number indicates the letter needed for the message. For example, "O" is 34. The fun part is that you can use any extra words, pictures, and letters to hide your code inside. The following looks like a grocery list but is really the code for "Send Help."

1 2 3 4 51 A B C D E2 F G H I/J K3 L M N O P4 Q R S T U5 V W X Y Z

Dear Grocer:Please accept my order for the Following and deliver at once.

43 cans of sardines @.1533 boxes of cereal @.1423 packages of napkins @.1531 cans of peaches @.35

Webelos Activity: Communicator

Anagram FunCan you decode these words, phrases and images?

1. NOON GOOD

WHEEL2. WHEEL DRIVE

WHEELWHEEL

3. MAN CAMPUS

GLASS4. PHEASANT

5. BOPPER

6. LAJUMPKE

7. i iSTOMACH

OVER8. OVER

TIME

9. 10SNE1

10. SPIEKY

PAID11. I AM

WORKED

12. HO GUARD HO

13. RAC

14. MALOSTIL

15. FRISTANDINGENDS MIS

16. NORIGHTWHERE

1 1 1 117. A TIME

18. iRIGHTi

19. KEET KEET

Answers1. Good Afternoon 8. Double Overtime 15. Misunderstanding between friends 2. Four Wheel Drive 9. Tennis Anyone? 16. Right in the Middle of Nowhere3. Big Man on Campus 10. Pie in the Sky 17. Once Upon a Time4. Pheasant Under Glass 11. I Am Underpaid and Overworked5. Baby Bopper 12. Garden Hose 18. Right Between the Eyes6. Jump in a Lake 13. Car in Reverse 19. Parakeet

7. Eyes Bigger Than Stomach 14. Lost in the Mail

Webelos Activity: CommunicatorCub Scout Alphabet SoupUsing the letter of the alphabet displayed, fill in the answer for each clue. The first one has been done for you.

1. The "Jungle Book" name of an important Cub Scout Leader is Akela. 2. When they are old enough, Cub Scouts can join a troop of B____ _______. 3. The title of the leader of the Pack is C____________. 4. The title of the Cub Scout who is the number one den helper is the D_______. 5. One Cub Scout elective activity which could include wiring a door bell is E______________. 6. Every Cub Scout shows respect to this patriotic item that is used in opening ceremonies, the

F_____. 7. The Webelos activity badge that includes the study of rocks, minerals, mountains and

earthquakes is G__________. 8. A physical journey that Scouts big and small enjoy in the outdoors is a H_____. 9. This substance is found in instruments we write with: I___ 10. Kids like to see how far or how high they can do this physical action: J_____ 11. One way to move the ball in football or soccer is to K_____ it. 12. This is the noise we make when something is funny or we are happy: L_______ 13. This is made by voices or by instruments: M_______ 14. A familiar information source that contains many articles and is often recycled is a

N_____________. 15. People from many nations around the world take part in the O_________ events every four

years. 16. These play characters are fun to make and are used in some skits: P_________ 17. The Cubmaster expects Q_______ when he give the Cub Scout sign. 18. During races or relays we move our legs quickly and this is called R_________. 19. The act of making musical sounds with words is another word for S_________. 20. When the Cub Scout sign is given, we must stop T__________. 21. A shirt, neckerchief and slide are part of the Cub Scout U________. 22. During the summer, we often take time for a family V___________. 23. When a Cub Scout is 10 years old, and in the 4th or 5th grade, he can earn the Cub Scout

rank of W__________. 24. The musical instrument, a X____________ sort of resembles a piano. 25. Today is Y_____________ tomorrow. 26. A Z_____ is where lots of wild animals are kept for visitors to view.

Webelos Activity Badge: Family Member

Feed the BabyDivide the group into teams. Each team is either the "feeder" or the "baby." Neither team knows beforehand what the activity will be. The babies are seated in a row facing the feeders who stand in front of the babies. Feeder are given a small bowl of applesauce, a spoon and are blindfolded. At the signal, the feeders try to feed the applesauce to their babies. Babies are allowed only to talk to guide the feeders, but no hands are allowed.

Hang the Family LaundryThis game demonstrates the teamwork needed in a family. Two teams compete against each other to see who can hang their family's laundry the fastest. Beforehand, fill two large grocery sacks with clothesline, some clothespins and laundry. The laundry can either be papers cut out in the shape of clothes (and labeled) and wadded up or actual articles of clothing. Before the race begins, instruct each team in how each type of clothing is to be hung correctly.

Spend, Spend, SpendHave a contest by making a list of things for which families spend money. See who can make the longest list. Talk about the list and see what important expenses were omitted. Give one point for each appropriate item. Most boys will forget things like rent, utilities, car payments, stamps, insurance and recreation. You might think up a list of things that most boys will omit and award double points if they happen to list any.

Peanut FamiliesUse a 4" x 1" x 2" block of wood as the base. Provide boys with a bag of peanuts in the shell. Boys select peanuts by size and shape to represent family members. Have the leader hot glue the peanuts upright on the block. Then let the boys decorate each peanut with wiggly eyes, markers and yarn. Label the edge of the base with "My Family."

Family FlagsCelebrate your family pride with a homemade banner that represents your collective interests. To craft one, you'll need some 72" wide felt to divide between the boys, felt rectangles of assorted colors, cording, craft glue and markers. Cut the felt yardage into large pennants, one for each family. Make an extra pennant for gluing on letters identifying your den. Individuals can decorate their pennants by gluing on a variety of shapes that represent what the family enjoys. Sports fan might include a football or basketball; gardening families might add a bright flower or rake; avid readers could include an open book; etc. Each family member could even have his/her own symbol on the family banner. To assemble the banner, place the completed pennants face down on a flat surface. Run a bead of glue along the upper edge of each one. Lay the cording on top of the glue and press down gently to make it stick. Once the glue is dry, you're ready to raise your flags at the next Pack Meeting.

Webelos Activity: Family Member

Home SafetyThere are 10 main sources of accidents in the home. This checklist will help you find them. Then make them safe!

1. Bicycles___ See that brakes are working___ Chain guards are secure and all screws/bolts are tight___ Have front, rear, pedal and spoke reflectors; headlights and taillights

2. Stairs, Ramps, Landings___ Fix poor lighting___ Fix loose handrails and broken steps___ Track down loose carpeting; remove objects people trip on

3. Home Playground Equipment___ Make sure all playground sets are installed on soft surfaces at least 6' from obstructions___ Playground equipment should be firmly anchored in the ground

4. Bathtubs___ Place non-skid mats or adhesive strips on bottom of tub and showers___ Make sure all bathroom rugs and mats have slip-proof backings

5. Ladders___ Install slip resistance rubber or plastic to the feet/steps___ Make sure rungs are sturdy and not cracked; braces are secure

6. Electrical Cords and Outlets___ Make sure only one appliance is plugged into each socket___ Install plastic plug-in safety caps in unused wall sockets___ Repair frayed cords, exposed wires, loose plugs

7. Furniture___ Move upholstered furniture away from stoves, space heaters, etc.___ Make sure furniture is where people won't trip or stumble over it

8. Glass Doors and Panels___ Make sure doors and panels have safety glazing___ Stick decals or colored tape on them at adult and child eye-level

9. Liquid Fuels___ Store all flammable liquids in properly labeled, tightly capped, non-glass safety

containers, away from heat or flame

10. Fire Safety

___ Install a smoke detector in home___ Develop and practice a fire escape plan

Webelos Activity: Family Member

Help Your Family by Keeping Your Room Clean and NeatHere is a checklist to help you:1. Bed made 7. Floor cleaned and vacuumed2. Closet floor neat 8. Windows clean, inside and out3. Clothes hung neatly 9. Curtains neat4. Closet door closed 10. Lights and radio off when you're gone5. Drawers arranged neatly 11. Shelves and desk uncluttered6. Drawers closed 12. Bulletin board neat and organized

Webelos Family Member Scavenger HuntHave boys find another boy in their den with the following:1. A father who works at _____________ 5. Has a great grandparent still living2. Has two sisters 6. Has the same favorite color3. Lives in a five-bedroom house 7. Has his Arrow of Light4. Has lived in another state 8. …

What Does Your Family Spend Money On?Here is a short list:1. House payment or rent 11. Savings2. Car payment 12. Vacations3. Gas, oil, tires, etc. 13. Retirement funds4. Food 14. Hair cuts5. Clothing and shoes 15. Health and beauty supplies6. Insurance: Life, Health, Auto, Home 16. Cleaning supplies7. Medical and dental bills 17. Repairs8. Schooling 18. Family funds9. Church and charity donations 19. Hobbies10. Utilities: electric, gas, telephone, cable TV 20. Fun and recreation

Driving RecordMake a chart for each driver and keep a record of every trip for a week. Record the purpose and mileage for each trip.

Date Purpose Miles Date Purpose Miles 1/4 To work and back 14 1/6 Gas station 81/4 Grocery store 11 1/6 Piano practice 31.4 Library 2 1/7 To work and back 141/5 To work and back 14 1/7 Bowling 51/5 Scout meeting 4 1/8 To work and back 141/6 To work and back 14 1/8 Movie 12

When the week is over, study the number of trips, their purpose and the total miles driven. Develop a plan with your family that will reduce the number of trips and the miles driven. Repeat the process for another week. Total the number of trips and miles driven. Compare the two weeks' data. How many miles and trips are saved? If your car averages 13 mpg, how much gas did your plan save in a week? How much money was saved? How much would be saved in one year?

Webelos Activity: Family Member

Reading the Electric MeterElectric meters are precision measuring devices which record (in units called "kilowatt-hours") how much electricity your home uses. One kilowatt-hour (Kwh) is 1000 watts of electricity consumed for one hour, or the power required to burn a 100-watt lightbulb for 10 hours.

The meter reading is made up of one number from each dial on the meter. When the pointer is between two numbers, you read the number it has just passed (the lower number). Every other dial turns clockwise, so be sure to look at the directional arrow over the dial (in this display). The reading above is 5,964 Kwh. Meters with four dials are read the same way as a five dial meter. Now try reading the meter below. Remember to look at the directional arrow on each dial!

(Answer: 43,641 Kwh)

Webelos Activity Badge: Readyman

911 Emergency!Some law enforcement agencies have a 911 phone-call simulator. It's a phone in a box that will enact a simulated 911 call. If you can't get one of these, improvise. Ask each Cub to come to the (play) phone while you detail a situation that may warrant a 911 phone call. Have an adult do the part of the 911 operator (if you don't have the phone-call simulator). The operator should ask what and where the emergency is and who the caller is and keep the caller on the line until help has been dispatched and/or arrives at the scene. The caller should be able to remain calm and respond clearly to every question.

EscapeYou can tie in to an activity in the Engineer activity. Have each boy draw a floor plan of his house, including doors, windows and stairways. Then have him indicate where the smoke alarms are located and use a different colored marker to draw escape routes from various rooms in the house.

Pressure Pad RelayOne boy lies about 30 feet in front of his team with arterial “bleeding” of the left wrist. There is one judge for each team near the injured boy. On signal, one boy from each team runs up and applies pressure pad (using his neckerchief) over the simulated wound. When the judge yells “correct,” the boy removes the pressure pad, runs back to his team, and tags the next boy.

Emergency FlaresFill an empty tuna can with rings of corrugated cardboard and pour melted candles over it. Carry it in your car for an emergency flare. It’s also a good fire starter.

Homemade LitterMake a litter from poles and a sleeping bag. Bandage a buddy using neckerchiefs (sling for arm, immobilize leg with splint). Transfer him to litter, then carry him on an obstacle course to "safety".

Matchstick Pulse MeterYour pulse can be converted to a visual display. You can easily make this pulse-watching device with a bit of clay and a matchstick.Roll a bit of clay about the size of a dime.Stick a wooden matchstick in it.Place the clay (and matchstick) on the inside of your wrist where the pulse beat is strongest. Move it around until you find the strongest beat.Now show your friends. Tell them you have made a device to test cardiac beat frequency!

Webelos Activity: Readyman

Practice for Emergency Situations:

1. You awaken in the middle of the night. Your bedroom door is closed and you smell smoke. Mother and father are out of town and your grandmother is sleeping in their bedroom. What should you do?

2. You are returning home from a baseball game and see a grass fire in a vacant lot near your home. What should you do?

3. You see smoke coming out of a window in an apartment building across the street. What should you do?

4. A stranger in a blue Volkswagon stops you on your way home from school and offers you a ride. What should you do?

5. You find your 18 month old baby brother playing with a bottle of aspirin that has been opened. What should you do?

6. A kindergarten child is bitten by a dog on the way home from school and you are a witness to the incident. What should you do?

7. A first grade boy falls off a swing and lands on his back. You are the first person to arrive at the accident scene. What should you do?

8. You are witness to an auto accident in which a car strikes a girl on a bicycle and leaves her lying in the street. What should you do?

9. You awaken in the middle of the night and hear the baby crying. The babysitter is asleep in front of the TV set. What should you do?

10. A group of kids in your neighborhood are playing by locking one another in an old refrigerator they found in the alley behind a neighbor's garage. What should you do?

11. A gang of boys have been teasing a neighborhood dog. The dog is a family pet, but he is growling and showing signs of anger. What should you do?

12. The fire bell rings at school and two of the girls decide they'll play a trick on the teacher and hide under the library table while the class goes out for the fire drill. What should you do?

13. A first grade boy steps on a rusty nail in the sandbox. It goes through the sole of his tennis shoe and makes a slight scratch on his foot. He doesn't want to go to the school nurse. What should you do?

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Bicycle Safety Do's DO obey all traffic regulations DO wear a helmet for both long and short trips DO wear a strap or rubberband to keep pants from getting caught in bike chain DO use a bike basket bag so your hands are free for steering DO remember to ride with the traffic - straight lines, no stunts DO keep your distance from cars and trucks DO watch out for parked cars and open car doors DO remember to walk bike across intersections DO remember to signal when turning (100 feet) or stopping DO remember not to overload the bike basket DO remember not to give rides to friends - especially on the handlebars DO keep your hands on the handlebars DO stop and look both ways to be certain that sidewalks and streets are clear DO wear reflective clothing and light colors at night

Bicycle Safety QuizEvaluate each statement and circle T (True) or F (False).

T F 1. Obey all traffic laws, signs, and hand-signals.T F 2. Ride single file, close to the right-hand curb. Ride against traffic, not with it.T F 3. Ride in a straight line except when you have to weave in and out of traffic.T F 4. Look, then signal before turning or stopping. Use arm signals.T F 5. After dark, you can only carry two passengers safely.T F 6. Give pedestrians and motor vehicles the right of way.T F 7. Stop and look carefully before crossing intersections.T F 8. Ride bike as fast as you can across railroad crossings and busy intersections.T F 9. Don't hitch onto cars and trucks.T F 10. Don't shoot out of blind driveways and alleys.T F 11. Be alert for other vehicles, like cars pulling out from curbs and driveways.T F 12. Don't try to squeeze in between cars and trucks.T F 13. If bike isn't in good mechanical condition, only ride in slow traffic areas.T F 14. Be sure your bike has good brakes and a horn or warning bell.T F 15. Be courteous. Respect the rights of other cyclists, drivers and pedestrians.T F 16. Driving a bike at night without a front light or rear reflector is unsafe.T F 17. Your chain should be loose enough to slip off easily.T F 18. If you live in the country, it's okay to drive on either side of the road.T F 19. Even a good driver should walk his bicycle through heavy traffic.T F 20. Bicycle drivers should stay at least 3 feet away from parked cars.

(Answers: 1. True 2. False (ride with traffic) 3. False (never stunt, race or weave in and out of traffic) 4. True5. False (never carry passengers) 6. True 7. True 8. False (walk bike across) 9. True10. True 11. True 12. True 13. False (keep bike in good mechanical condition or don't ride it) 14. True15. True 16. True 17. False 18. False 19. True 20. True)

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First Aid MatchingMatch the items in the first aid kit (left side) with the condition for which that item would be used (right side).

1. Ace bandage wrap a. 3 inch scrape

2. Hydrogen peroxide b. splinter in finger

3. 4 x 4 sterile gauze pad c. sprained ankle

4. Saline solution d. secure a bandage over a wound

5. Tweezers e. to clean a shallow cut

6. Calamine lotion f. cover a second degree burn

7. Large triangle bandage g. secure a sling bandage

8. Adhesive tape h. cover a small cut on a finger

9. Sterile roller bandage i. check someone's temperature

10. Band-Aid j. cover a deep, heavily bleeding wound

11. Scissors k. poison ivy rash

12. Safety pins l. cut roller bandage

13. 30" splints of wood m. sprained arm

14. Pressure bandage n. clean out dirt in your eyes

15. Thermometer o. immobilize a broken leg

(Answers: 1-c 2-e 3-a 4-n 5-b 6-k 7-m 8-d 9-j 10-h 11-l 12-g 13-o 14-f 15-I)

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Be Prepared SearchFind and circle these items, then color them in:

A C E F G L M N O R Y - 9

B J S W 2 4 X T K D H P U Z 6 8 I Q V 7

I H D B V U T S 8 6 4 2 Q P K J 7 Z X W

H 7 U K B 8 C T J A P D L X 6 L W 4 I 2

2 X U Q I P T W B 6 D 4 8 J 7 H K 6 S P

B H K Q S U X 7 2 D I 6 J P 4 W 8 Z V T

I W 7 V J 9 9 9 B T U 9 X V W 9 W H K I

J V P U 9 K 7 9 I P 9 9 6 S 9 9 P T S W

D H T Q 9 4 S 9 T I K 9 W T J 9 K I T 8

2 U X J Z 9 9 9 4 S B 9 S W B 9 Z 4 I Q

S D 4 I W 6 B 9 Z J H 9 D T Z 9 D U D B

W W I X 7 X S 9 H 7 4 9 P K 7 9 I B P D

X T I H P I T 9 8 H Q 9 4 8 T 9 4 Q U I

7 B J S D J 2 9 V U V 9 T H I 9 X X T S

T J P D Q U W 9 K Z 9 9 9 P 9 9 9 T 6 Q

P S V H 8 W B D U K P 4 J B I T Q 6 W 2

I H D B V U T S 8 6 4 2 Q P K J 7 Z X W

B T S T P K Z F 6 T O Q V R H J 4 S 2 Z

B J S W 2 4 X T K D H P U Z 6 8 I Q V 7

P S V H 8 W B D U K P 4 J B I T Q 6 W 2

T D T W E X W M P 6 E B D R W H - V S D

2 X U Q I P T W B 6 D 4 8 J 7 H K 6 S P

B T 8 J G V T E H B N I B C J 4 Y H B U

H D 8 V U T S 8 Z 4 X Q P K J 7 Z 6 W I

K Q S U X 7 2 D I 6 J P 4 W 8 Z V T B H

Read the colored-in message to find out what to do in an emergency.

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