Character Building Archives - Scouting magazine

Drawing a line on unethical behavior

By Michael Freeman

Like many ice-cream shops, the Dairy Delight offers free birthday treats for people on its email list. But what happens when a customer finds a loophole?

Scouting helps these families make the most of their time together

By Michael Freeman

From New York’s steel towers to the bayous of Louisiana, these five Scouting families make their world a better place.

How should Scouts react when a peer irritates them?

By Michael Freeman

Life in the Flaming Scorpion Patrol is good until the Chocolate Donut Patrol falls apart, and Sofia joins the group.

Step In, Speak Up: 10 actions you can take to help eliminate bullying

By Michael Freeman

Bullying affects kids of every race, gender identity, grade and socioeconomic sector. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

Picking sides at the risk of friendships

By Michael Freeman

When you have to choose between friendship and the truth.

Little white lies can grow into a big problem

By Michael Freeman

The dictionary defines a white lie as a harmless falsehood designed to avoid hurting someone’s feelings. Do you think white lies are OK?

Go ahead and say something about drug and alcohol abuse

By Michael Freeman

Wondering how to talk to young people about drugs and alcohol? You’re not alone.

Flagrant foul: Reacting to special treatment

By Michael Freeman

With a term paper due, Nick makes a desperate move.

BSA invites girls into Scouting programs

By Michael Freeman

The Boy Scouts of America will officially invite girls into Cub and Boy Scouting. How did we get here? Here’s a complete look.

Red-handed, red-faced during a test

By Michael Freeman

R.T. gets A’s and B’s, but he really has to work for them. Since his family can’t afford college, his future is riding on every grade he earns.