Cubmaster Minute

I always like to take a moment at the end of a pack or den meeting for a "Cubmaster Minute." This is a short talk addressed directly to the boys about a the theme of the meeting. I ask the boys to "take a knee" and then try to make a short, pithy statement about a topic that I think is important. This is one of those "teaching moments" which you will occasionally have as a Cubmaster. The boys are eager to go home, and are probably tired and hungry, so remember that you only have a second or two to grab their attention. Try to talk about something that you relate to and that is important to you. This is your chance to talk about personal responsibility, patriotism, faith, and the other values that the boys may not hear much about except at a Scout meeting. You may want to plan these out ahead of time, and many suggestions are published on the Web. The key point is to use this opportunity to communicate with your Cubs about things that you feel are important. If the talk comes from your heart, it will sink in. Try it!