Computing Wolves Wolf Adventure

• Adventure name: Computing Wolves
• Rank: Wolf
• Type: Elective
• Category:

Overview

A computer is a machine that can be programmed to carry out sequences of arithmetic or logical operations automatically . Most electronic computers use a simple code based on an electronic switch being on or off, this is known as binary . In this Adventure, get ready to see the inside of a computer and the main parts that make it work Prior to any activity, use Scouting America SAFE Checklist to ensure the safety of all those involved. All participants in official Scouting America activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting and applicable program literature or manuals.

Requirements

Requirement 1

Discover the basic components of a computer.

Activities:

• Computer Components Fidget Spinner (Indoor, energy 2, supplies 2, prep 2) Learn about computer components with a fidget spinner.
• Computer Matching Game (Indoor, energy 2, supplies 2, prep 2) Play a computer matching game.
• Inside a Computer (Indoor, energy 2, supplies 4, prep 3) Take apart a computer.

Requirement 2

Determine how to properly dispose of computer components.

Activities:

• Visit Electronics Recycling Center (Travel, energy 3, supplies 2, prep 4) Visit an electronics recycling center and learn how they take apart items to recycle and reuse.

Requirement 3

Using a digital device application of your choice, create a story that you can share with others.

Activities:

• Digital Story Building (Indoor, energy 2, supplies 2, prep 4) Use a computer-based program such as PowerPoint or Google Slides to create a digital story using pictures.

Requirement 4

With your parent or legal guardian, set up a policy for safely using digital devices.

Activities:

• Digital Safety Pledge (Indoor, energy 1, supplies 2, prep 2) Cub Scouts create digital usage contract with their parent or legal guardian .

Resources

• Computing Wolves Wolf adventure page

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