Cub Scout Law

A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.

What It Means

The Scout Law has 12 points. Each is a goal for every Scout. He does his best to live up to the Law every day. It is not always easy to do, but a Scout always tries.

A Scout is TRUSTWORTHY: A Scout tells the truth and keeps his promises. People can depend on him.
A Scout is LOYAL: A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and country.
A Scout is HELPFUL: A Scout volunteers to help others without expecting a reward.
A Scout is FRIENDLY: A Scout is a friend to everyone, even people who are very different from him.
A Scout is COURTEOUS: A Scout is polite to everyone and always uses good manners.
A Scout is KIND: A Scout treats others as he wants to be treated. He never harms or kills any living thing without good reason.
A Scout is OBEDIENT: A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and pack. He obeys the laws of his community and country.
A Scout is CHEERFUL: A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy.
A Scout is THRIFTY: A Scout works to pay his way. He uses time, property, and natural resources wisely.
A Scout is BRAVE: A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He stands for what is right even if others laugh at him.
A Scout is CLEAN: A Scout keeps his body and mind fit. He helps keep his home and community clean.
A Scout is REVERENT: A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.