(Opening Ceremony)
Arrangement. Den chief and Cub Scouts= , in uniform, carry small U.S. flags and line up on stage. Each speaks his part.=
DEN CHIEF. Two hundred years ago, God= gave us a nation; a land of wealth and bounty, choice among His creations. We mu= st protect its freedom and defend its worthy cause, and support our Constituti= on, which is based upon God's laws. We must pledge to be loyal throughout each coming year, and with God's help, we will know no doubt nor fear. When we k= eep our promise to do our best each day, God will bless our country and us in e= very way. Please stand and join us in singing, "God Bless America." (A= fter audience is seated, Cub Scouts continue.)
FIRST CUB SCOUT. We're glad you came = to our banquet! We have many things to say about our love for America as we celebr= ate today.
SECOND CUB SCOUT. Independence is a b= ig word, and hard for me to say. But I know it means a lot to all Americans to= day.
THIRD CUB SCOUT. Our national bird is= the eagle. Have you ever wondered why? It may be because it soars above all bir= ds to reach the sky.
FOURTH CUB SCOUT. The Liberty Bell is ringing, though its sound we do not hear. Freedom of speech and worship, freedom from want and fear.
FIFTH CUB SCOUT. Without our flag of = red, white and blue, things would be different for me and you. It's a symbol of pride in the American way, so we should be loyal and true each day.
SIXTH CUB SCOUT. Please stand and joi= n us in the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag.