Scout knot game

Students learn to tie scout knots and work together in patrols.

Steps

1. A short introduction to scouting and World Thinking Day (Baden-Powell's birthday).
2. In patrols, students learn the reef knot, the figure-of-eight and the clove hitch.
3. Hold a relay: each member of the patrol ties a different knot against the clock.
4. Finish with a circle and the scout handshake.

Tip: Invite a local scout group; they are usually happy to lead the session.

Materials needed

• Knot-tying practice rope (1 per 2 students)