There are a lot of symbols that we recognize. Let’s take
some time to name or draw a few that we know: the
Coca-Cola logo, a poison warning label, a stop or yield
sign, the Amazon logo, the Scout badge, a heart symbol,
cross, etc.

When you see these symbols, you know what they
mean—what they stand for, what some of them instruct
you to do.

You, too, are a symbol. You represent the Boy Scouts
of America. People see you and know that you stand for
something good. You stand for being trustworthy, loyal,
helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful,
thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent. Be a good symbol!