Lion Count on Me Adventure
Adventure Type: Elective
Number of Requirements: 3
Typical Time to Complete: 1 meeting
Parent Involvement: Active participation
Preparation Needed: Low, gather activity materials
Activity Level: Low to moderate
Indoor or Outdoor: Either
Special Requirements: Adult partner or den participation
Supplies Snapshot: Paper shapes, craft supplies, counting game, sortable objects
The Lion Count on Me Adventure introduces young Scouts to numbers, shapes, sorting, and other basic math concepts through playful, hands-on activities.
Lions work alongside their adult partners and fellow Scouts as they create, count, organize, and play. Along the way, they build confidence, practice teamwork, and strengthen communication skills.
By making math creative and fun, this adventure gives Lions an early foundation in STEM and encourages a lifelong love of learning and discovery.
Requirements for the Lion Count on Me Adventure
Count on Me Adventure Requirements
- Make a Lion using only squares, triangles, and circles.
- Play a game with your Lion adult partner or den that is based on counting or numbers.
- Organize a group of items based on shape, then based on color, and one other category. Count how many different shapes are in each category. After organizing them build anything using only one category.
Printable requirements for the Lion Count on Me Adventure
Checkoff sheet to keep track of your den's progress on the Lion Count on Me Adventure
Printable checkoff sheet for the Lion Badge (for den or individual use)
Resources for the Lion Count on Me Adventure
Requirement 1: Create a Lion with Shapes
Make a Lion using only squares, triangles, and circles.
Help Lions explore how simple shapes can be combined to make a picture. Prepare pre-cut shapes for younger Scouts, or let them trace and cut their own if time allows.
Easy Option: Give each Lion paper circles, triangles, and squares to arrange and tape or glue into a lion. See Triangles, Circles and Squares Oh My!.
More ideas:
- Clay Lion: Use craft clay to make a Lion using basic shapes.
- Stencil Lion: Use stencils of basic shapes to draw a lion.
Requirement 2: Practice Counting Through Play
Play a game with your Lion adult partner or den that is based on counting or numbers.
Choose a familiar game that lets Lions count naturally as they play. Keep the rules simple, demonstrate one round, and let adult partners help as needed.
Easy Option: Use a standard set of dominoes and have Lions match the tiles while counting the dots aloud. See Lion Dominos.
More options:
- Hop to it Lion: Play a game of hopscotch.
- Lions, Dimes, Nickels, and Pennies: Cub Scouts count change in this relay game.
Requirement 3: Sort, Count, and Build
Organize a group of items based on shape, then based on color, and one other category. Count how many different shapes are in each category. After organizing them build anything using only one category.
Provide a collection of objects that Lions can sort in several ways, such as by color, shape, and size. After sorting and counting, encourage them to use one group of objects to build anything they imagine.
Easy Option: Give Lions assorted building blocks to sort, count, and then use one selected group to create a simple structure.
More resources:
- Count the Shapes in My Face: Identify the different shapes and count them in the Lion face.
- Modular Building Blocks: Use modular building blocks to sort and build.
Frequently Asked Questions for the Lion Count on Me Adventure
What is the Lion Count on Me adventure?
It’s an activity for Lion Cub Scouts, typically in kindergarten, where they learn about numbers, shapes, and organizing items. It helps them use basic math in fun ways.
What materials do we need for the Lion Count on Me adventure?
You’ll need basic items like paper, craft materials, and everyday objects for sorting. Each requirement might need specific items like colored paper for making shapes or small objects for counting games.
How long does it take to complete the Lion Count on Me adventure?
The time can vary. Typically it can be completed in one den meeting.
Can parents participate in the activities?
Yes, parents are encouraged to join, especially in games and building projects. Lions always participate in Cub Scouting with an adult partner. It’s a great way for Lions and their families to learn and have fun together.
What do Lions learn from this adventure?
Lions learn about shapes, counting, and organizing items. They also develop teamwork skills and creativity through games and building projects.
Shape Up and Count Down!
The Lion Count on Me adventure is a fun part of the Cub Scouts program for young Lions. This adventure focuses on teaching basic math skills through hands-on activities. It includes learning about numbers, shapes, and how to sort and organize objects. Lions get to practice these skills in a supportive environment.
During the adventure, Lions start by making a lion figure using simple geometric shapes like squares, triangles, and circles. This activity not only teaches them about different shapes but also allows them to be creative and imaginative. They learn how these shapes can come together to form a recognizable object.
Next, Lions play games that involve counting and numbers. These games could be anything from a scavenger hunt to a relay race, where they have to count objects or steps. This makes learning about numbers fun and interactive, and helps them understand practical uses of counting.
The final part of the adventure involves sorting and organizing various items by their shapes, colors, and another category chosen by the den. After sorting, Lions use items from one category to build something new. This encourages them to think creatively and learn about categorization and classification.
The Lion Count on Me adventure is a great way for young Scouts to develop basic math skills while having a great time. It’s ideal for keeping energetic young Lions engaged.
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