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What do the Scout Laws mean?

"A Scout is..."

Trustworthy

Tell the truth and keep promises. People can depend on you. 

Loyal

Show that you care about your family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and country. 

Helpful

Volunteer to help others without expecting a reward. 

Friendly

Be a friend to everyone, even people who are very different from you. 

Courteous

Be polite to everyone and always use good manners.

Kind

Treat others as you want to be treated. Never harm or kill any living thing without good reason. 

Obedient

 Follow the rules of your family, school, and troop. Obey the laws of your community and country. 

Cheerful

Look for the bright side of life. Cheerfully do tasks that come your way. Try to help others be happy. 

Thrifty

Work to pay your own way. Try not to be wasteful. 

Use time, food, supplies, and natural resources wisely. 

Brave

Face difficult situations even when you feel afraid. 

Do what you think is right despite what others might be doing or saying. 

Clean

Keep your body and mind fit. Help keep your home and community clean. 

Reverent

Be reverent toward God. Be faithful in your religious duties. Respect the beliefs of others 

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