Inspirations, Attitudes & Beliefs (VL1)

You will need

Computer

Preparation

Please ensure that you are following safe distancing guidelines.

Instruction

2. Be a buddy to a junior Scout in your Troop for at least THREE months.

Share with your buddy but not limited to:
– Your experiences and perspective on Scouting and relating them to the Scout Promise & Law.
– Some challenges you faced and how you overcame them in the presence of a Scout Leader.
– Techniques or tricks you’ve learnt from your years in Scouting

Reflection

2i. What are some things that you have learnt about your buddy?
2ii. In your own opinion, would you do this buddy pairing activity again if given a chance and why?
2iii. Is this a good way to help new scouts learn more about scouting? Why?

Details

Competencies

Social Development
Scouts will develop their sense of social responsibility by mentoring a younger Scout and understanding their learning and developmental needs. Scouts will also understand their place as a mentor and be open to being a listening ear for their mentee.
Intellectual Development
Scouts will be able to expand their field of knowledge with respect to mentoring a younger Scout.
Character Development
Scouts will be able to develop their critical awareness of themselves and be able to set a good example as a mentor to their younger Scouts.
Emotional Development
Scouts will be able to build their confidence in mentoring a younger Scout. Scouts will also learn the value of empathy through the understanding of their mentee's needs.

Activity Counts Towards

Scouts

Voyager Badge

Inspirations, Attitudes and Beliefs

1. Literature Review
Review a speech, movie, book or play that has impacted you and explain how it has shaped your life’s perspective.
The theme can be about the environment, education and development, youths, social entrepreneurship, Life purpose, etc.

2. I’m your Buddy
Be a buddy to a junior Scout in your Troop for at least THREE months
Share with him your experiences / perspectives on Scouting, and relate them to the Scout Promise & Law. Share the challenges you've faced and how you overcame them in the presence of a Scout Leader.