The Cub Scout follows Akela (say Ah-KAY-la). Akela means "good leader" and is an important part of Cub Scouting. Akela can be a den leader, a teacher, or other important adult. As your boy's adult partner, you are Akela.
Information from official Boy Scouts of America (BSA) sites:
What is Cub Scouting all about? The Cub Scout handbooks The Cub Scout uniform Boy Scouts of America National Council BSA Sitemap Index
Cub Scout Badges and Awards--Requirements
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