Lion’s Roar Adventure
Adventure Type: Required
Number of Requirements: 4
Typical Time to Complete: 1 meeting
Parent Involvement: High, adult partner required
Preparation Needed: Low to moderate
Activity Level: Low to high
Indoor or Outdoor: Both
Special Requirements: Parent permission for safety video
Supplies Snapshot: Video access, Lion handbook, crayons, pretend phone, optional sidewalk chalk
The Lion’s Roar adventure teaches Lions simple ways to stay safe at home and when they are out with their families. They learn how to recognize unsafe situations and what to do when they need help.
Lions practice the Shout, Run, Tell safety steps with their adult partners. They also learn how to contact emergency services so they will know what to do during an emergency.
The adventure also covers everyday safety around streets and parking lots. By practicing these skills with an adult partner, Lions build awareness and learn habits they can use wherever they go.
Requirements for the Lion’s Roar Adventure
Lion’s Roar Adventure Requirements
- With permission from your parent or legal guardian, watch the Protect Yourself Rules video for the Lion rank.
- With your Lion adult partner, demonstrate Shout, Run, Tell as described in the Protect Yourself Rules video.
- With your Lion adult partner, demonstrate how to access emergency services.
- With your Lion adult partner, demonstrate how to safely cross a street or walk in a parking lot.
Printable requirements for the Lion's Roar Adventure
Checkoff sheet to keep track of your den's progress on the Lion's Roar Adventure
Printable checkoff sheet for the Lion Badge (for den or individual use)
Resources for the Lion’s Roar Adventure
Lion’s Roar Den Meeting Plan
This den meeting plan for the Lion’s Roar adventure helps young Scouts learn about personal safety. Lions will watch the Protect Yourself Rules video, practice shouting for help, and learn how to call 911 in an emergency. They will also practice safe street crossing and play a fun relay game to reinforce safety skills. These activities help them feel confident and prepared for real-life situations.
Lions will work with their adult partners to practice these important skills in a fun and engaging way. A simple snack reinforces the lesson about traffic signals. The meeting ends with a discussion about being brave and trustworthy, tying safety into the Scout Law. This plan makes learning about safety both fun and memorable.
More Ways to Complete the Requirements
Requirement 1: Protect Yourself Rules
With permission from your parent or legal guardian, watch the Protect Yourself Rules video for the Lion rank.
Before the meeting, make sure each Lion has permission from a parent or guardian to watch the Protect Yourself Rules video. Afterward, ask a few simple questions about what the Lions learned so they can put the safety ideas into their own words.
Easy Option: Watch the Lion Protect Yourself Rules video together during the den meeting, then spend a few minutes talking about the main safety lessons. See Protect Yourself Rules Video Lion.
Requirement 2: Shout, Run, Tell
With your Lion adult partner, demonstrate Shout, Run, Tell as described in the Protect Yourself Rules video.
Give each Lion a chance to practice the Shout, Run, Tell steps with their adult partner. Keep the activity simple and positive so Lions can focus on remembering what to do if they feel unsafe.
Easy Option: Have each Lion shout a safety phrase, run to their adult partner, and practice telling them what happened. Repeat once if needed. See Shout, Run, Tell Relay.
Requirement 3: Emergency Services
With your Lion adult partner, demonstrate how to access emergency services.
Help Lions practice how they would get help during an emergency without making a real emergency call. Remind them that they should know their name and location and should listen carefully to the emergency operator.
Easy Option: Use a pretend phone or inactive cell phone and let each Lion practice calling 911, saying their name, and giving their location. See Practice 911 and Five Trusted Adults.
- Explain: Start by explaining what emergency services are (like calling 911). Tell them these services are for real emergencies.
- Demonstrate: Show them how to make an emergency call. Use a pretend phone or a deactivated mobile phone for practice.
- Practice: Let each Lion practice saying their name, explaining that they need help, and giving their location. They should understand not to hang up until told to do so.
Another option:
- Home Security Emergency Services: At home learn how to contact emergency services using a home alarm or voice-activated devices.
Requirement 4: Safe Crossing
With your Lion adult partner, demonstrate how to safely cross a street or walk in a parking lot.
Practice street and parking lot safety with each Lion and their adult partner. Focus on stopping, watching for vehicles, and staying close to an adult rather than giving the Lions too many rules to remember at once.
Easy Option: Set up a pretend crosswalk indoors or outside. Have Lions practice stopping, looking for traffic, and crossing with their adult partner. See Make Believe Parking Lot.
More ideas:
- Green Means Go Red Means Stop: Play a game of red light, green light to reinforce how to safely cross a street. See Red Light Green Light.
Frequently Asked Questions for the Lion’s Roar Adventure
What is the Lion’s Roar adventure?
The Lion’s Roar adventure teaches Lion Cub Scouts how to recognize and avoid danger. They learn safety skills like shouting for help, running away from threats, and telling a trusted adult.
How can parents help with the Lion’s Roar adventure?
Parents can help by watching the Protect Yourself Rules video with their child, practicing the safety skills at home, and discussing personal safety tips.
What should den leaders focus on during this adventure?
Den leaders should focus on teaching and practicing the skills in a safe environment, ensuring each Lion understands and can perform the actions needed to stay safe.
Safety First, Fun Always!
The Lion’s Roar adventure is a key part of the Lion Cub Scout program. It teaches young Scouts about personal safety in a fun and engaging way. Lions learn to recognize potentially dangerous situations and how to respond to them. This adventure is designed to make Lions feel safer and more confident in their daily activities.
During this adventure, Lions watch the “Protect Yourself Rules” video with their parent or guardian’s permission. This video is a cornerstone of the adventure, introducing them to basic safety concepts. Lions learn important phrases to use if they feel threatened and the significance of seeking help from trusted adults.
Another essential skill taught in this adventure is how to access emergency services. Lions practice how to call for help and what information to provide during an emergency. This is crucial for them to know, as it prepares them to act quickly and effectively in real-life situations.
Lastly, Lions practice how to safely cross a street and navigate parking lots with their adult partners. These practical exercises help them understand the importance of being aware of their surroundings. It teaches them to always be cautious and vigilant, which are vital skills for their safety.
The Lion’s Roar adventure not only equips Lions with necessary safety skills but also strengthens the bond between them and their adult partners through shared learning experiences. It lays a strong foundation for their growth and development in the Scouting program.
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