Have you ever imagined that you were a tiger in the jungle? What about pretending you were a whale swimming through an ocean or an adventurer traveling to the moon? Theater is a fun way to develop those creative “muscles” and have a great time while doing it. In this adventure you will learn some fun ways to tell a story in different ways!
In the game charades you cannot use words, only actions. During a reader’s theater activity, your den will tell a story by using your voice when you read the story together.
Puppets can be made many different ways, and you will be able to create your very own puppet!
Rationale for Adventure
Children love to pretend. They start at a young age by imitating what is around them. By the time the reach school, they are starting to be ready for the next step…creating their own adventures to share. Theater gives them a chance to become more confident. As Boy Scouts they will be performing more, and by starting as Tigers, they will be strong speakers and leaders both in Scouting and in their daily lives.
Requirements
- With your den, discuss the following types of theater: puppet shows, reader’s theater, and pantomime.
- As a den, play a game of one-word charades.
- Make a puppet to show your den or display at a pack meeting.
- Perform a simple reader’s theater. Make a mask afterward to show what your character looks like.
- Watch a play or attend a story time at a library.
Takeaways for Cub Scouts
- Increased Confidence
- Developing Imagination
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Observation skills
- Ability to work with others
- A Scout if brave
Historical Requirements
2015 Handbook Requirements
Adventure Location:
Tiger Handbook, page 264
Tiger Den Leader Guide, page 175
- With your den, discuss the following types of theater: puppet shows, reader’s theater, and pantomime.
- As a den, play a game of one-word charades with your adult partners.
- Make a puppet to show your den or display at a pack meeting.
- Perform a simple reader’s theater. Make a mask afterward to show what your character looks like.
- Watch a play or attend a story time at a library.
