Webelos Family Member Activity Badge Worksheets

Requirement #1

Tell what is meant by family, duty to family, and family meetings.

Family: ___________________________________________________________
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Duty to Family: ______________________________________________________
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Family Meetings:_____________________________________________________
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Requirement #2

Make a chart showing the jobs you and other family members have at home.
Check each day that you do each job.

My Chores	Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
Clean bathroom
Clean bedroom
Make bed
Bring in Mail
Clean spills
Dust
Get dressed
Pick out clothes
Put books in a pile
Put Toys Away
Sweep floor
Vacuum
Keep clean; wash
Take bath or shower
Clean kitchen
Load/Unload dishwasher
Put groceries away
Iron clothes
Put clean clothes away
Put clothes in Hamper
Sew buttons
wash load of clothes
Clear table
Fix cereal for breakfast
Help empty dishwasher
Help prepare dinner
Help prepare lunch
Prepare breakfast
Set / clear table
Pull weeds / work in garden
Rake leaves
Wash car
Water flowers
Feed pet
Take pet for walk
Empty wastebasket
Take trash out to curb
Other _____________
Other _____________
Other _____________
Other _____________

Requirement #3

Make a list of hazards or lack of security that you find during a home inspection.

Kitchen	Are pot handles turned inward when cooking? Do you store food and household cleaners separately? Are knives and other sharp items out of children�s reach? Do you wipe or pick up spilled water, grease or food peelings immediately? Do you dry your hands before handling an electrical appliance? Do your kitchen appliances have the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) designation? Do you keep kitchen cabinets, doors and drawers closed? Do you use microwave-safe containers for microwave cooking? Are potholders, dishtowels and spice racks away from the stove so they won't catch fire? Do you keep a pot lid near the stove to smother flames from a grease fire? If there are small children in your home, have you installed child-resistant safety latches on all cabinets? Do you have plenty of light at the stove; sink and countertop work areas, especially where you cut food?
Bathroom	Does your tub or shower have a slip-resistant surface to stand on? Are grab bars securely fastened? Are medicines clearly labeled? Do you clean out the medicine chest regularly in order to get rid of expired medication? Is the toilet seat and lid kept down when not in use? Are medicines in child-resistant containers? Are there safety latches on all drawers or cabinets? Are hair dryers and other appliances stored away from sink, tub and toilet? Are medicines, cosmetics, sprays, cleaners, mouthwash, hair care products, etc., out of children's reach? Do you store breakable bottles and jars where they can't be shattered?
Bedroom	Are space heaters kept away from curtains and flammable materials? Are cosmetics and perfumes stored out of a child's reach? Is there a lamp or light switch within reach of bed? Are children's beds placed away from all windows? Can you reach your clothes in the closet and the dresser?
Garage, Basement, Utility Room	Are insect sprays and weed killers in a locked area? Are gasoline and car products in a locked storage cabinet? Are oily rags and cleaning cloths in a metal receptacle? Are flammable products in safety cans and stored separately in a wellventilated storage area? Are all cleaners and paint products in their original containers? Do you check the area around the car before you back it out of the garage? Do you keep the garage door open whenever you run the car engine inside the garage? Do you inspect your garage door regularly for broken or worn parts?
General Precautions	Are stairways kept clear and uncluttered? Are stairs and hallways well lit? Are rugs and runners skid-proof? Are rugs and carpets free of curled edges, worn spots and rips? Are curtain cords and shade pulls kept out of children's reach? Are guards or screens installed around fireplaces, radiators, hot pipes, and wood-burning stoves? Are smoke detectors installed on each level? Are smoke detector batteries changed every six months and checked monthly? Are sharp edges of furniture cushioned with corner guards or other materials? Do you keep the instruction manuals for your appliances so you can check if something goes wrong? Do you know where the emergency shutoffs are located for electrical, gas and water service? Are plastic bags kept out of a child's reach? Is the thermostat on the water heater set to 120 F? Do you have an emergency exit plan to use in case of fire? Does your family practice using this emergency exit plan? Is a list of emergency phone numbers, (police, fire, doctor, poison control) next to each phone? Are unused electrical outlets covered with safety covers? Are windows secured with window locks? Are all stairways in good condition, with no broken, sagging or sloping steps? Are there sturdy handrails or banisters by all steps and stairs? Do you have a carbon monoxide detector? Are poisonous plants kept out of children's reach? Do you have Syrup of Ipecac in you home for use as directed in poisoning emergencies? Do you have a sturdy stool that you can use to reach high cupboards and shelves? Can you walk across every room in your home without detouring around furniture?

Requirement #4

Explain why garbage and trash must be disposed of properly.

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Circle the best place to dispose of each item.

Apple Core	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Plastic Wrap	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Grass Clippings	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Old Pants	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Glass bottle	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Raked Leafs	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Used paper towel	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Newspapers	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Lettuce scraps	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Tuna cans	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Pop cans	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store
Outgrown t-shirt	Trash Can	Recycle Bin	Compost Bin	Thrift Store

Requirement #5

Make a list of some things for which your family spends money and how you might save money.

Clothes	Repairing clothes (sewing on buttons, patching holes, stitching ripped seams) Taking care of clothes by hanging / folding them and washing them regularly Buying clothes on sale Buying clothes we NEED versus buying clothes we WANT
Toys, sports equipment, etc.	Selling gently used items at one of the �go-round� stores Buying gently used items at one of the �go-round� stores Visiting garage sales for cleats, pants, etc. Taking care of our toys and equipment, putting it away and not leaving it at the park or a friend�s house
Entertainment (movies, sporting events, etc.)	Going to the video store on the bargain day Going to matinees instead of evening movies Limiting the food purchases at the movies Limiting the food and paraphernalia purchases at sporting events Attending sporting events sponsored by Scouts or other kid-friendly organizations
Groceries	Buying only what is on the grocery list Clipping coupons for things we buy often Buying non-perishable foods in bulk
Eating out	Limiting the number of times we eat out per week Plan a fun �eating out� event at home (home-made pizza, picnic on a blanket, ...) Plan an enjoyable night in a restaurant � look forward to it and save for it rather than acting on impulse
Gas, Auto repairs, Car wash	Plan your errands so that you can drive to the same area only once Keep the car in good repair changing the oil often to prevent more major repairs When weather permits, wash the car as a family event
Vacations	Take a vacation at home. Do the things someone might do if they were visiting your city. Find airfare bargains using the Internet Find hotel bargains using the Internet
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