
Nova Awards are the BSA Awards focused on STEM – science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The Cub Scout Nova awards program provides age appropriate activities in these areas.
For their first Nova Award, Cub Scouts earn a patch. For each other Nova award, Cub Scouts receive a pi (π) pin-on device to wear on the patch.
Supernova Awards recognize Cub Scouts who go further in their STEM explorations.
These are the Cub Scout Nova awards and Supernova awards:
Top ideas for Cub Scout Nova Awards

1-2-3 Go! Cub Scout Nova Award (Mathematics) Helps and Documents

Dr. Charles H. Townes Supernova Award: Webelos Cub Scout Helps and Ideas

Fearful Symmetry Cub Scout Nova Award (Mathematics) Helps and Documents

Cub Scouts Can Code Nova Award (Computer Technology) Helps and Documents

Nova WILD! Cub Scout Nova Award (Nature and Wildlife Science) Helps and Documents

Up and Away Cub Scout Nova Award (Engineering – Fluid Dynamics) Helps and Documents

Science Everywhere Cub Scout Nova Award (Science) Helps and Documents

Swing! Cub Scout Nova Award (Engineering) Helps and Documents

Down and Dirty Cub Scout Nova Award (Earth Science) Helps and Documents
Even more resources for Cub Scout Nova Awards
Out of This World Cub Scout Nova Award (Space Exploration Science) Helps and Documents
Nova Awards Program (STEM Award)
Cub Scout Nova Award – Uncovering the Past (Archaeology)
Dr. Luis W. Alvarez Supernova Award for Wolves and Bears
Hi there! I just have a quick question…who can help a scout to earn their NOVA awards? I heard it had to be an approved NOVA counselor? I keep reading where it says it can be a parent, adult leader OR a NOVA counselor? I’m just confused on the matter and need some clarification. Thank you for your time.