Behaviour

Why is it important that Beavers don’t engage in disruptive behaviour (talking when leaders are talking / ignoring instructions / general silliness and tomfoolery!) at Beavers?

Safety

• We keep kids safe by doing the register and carrying out regular headcounts, so that we know who is there and that everyone is safe. Mistakes in the count could be made if children aren’t listening / making noise / moving around during these counts.
• We often give out safety instructions associated with games / crafts that need to be heard.
• If there is a danger, Leaders need to be heard so that we can issue instructions to keep everyone out of harm’s way.

Fun

• It’s not much fun for Leaders or Beavers if a lot of time is wasted giving people into trouble or repeating instructions. The less time spent doing this, the more time we will have for games and crafts.

Respect

• It’s not fair on leaders, all of whom are unpaid volunteers, or fellow Beavers whose parents have paid for them to be there, if a lot of time is wasted.

What can Beavers do to help?

• Sit still when asked to go into their lodges, and during the register.
• Listen to leaders without interrupting when they are talking and carry out instructions promptly. If there are any questions, Beavers can raise their hands and a leader will talk with them.
• If other Beavers are being silly nearby ask them to behave or let a leader know. Do not laugh, encourage or get involved in similar behaviour.

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