Scout Braille & Sign language - Ages 11-14

📝 Braille & Sign Language Kit (Scouts 11–14)
Emboss. Decode. Communicate.

Scouts are ready for a bigger challenge — and this kit delivers. With laser-cut Braille punch stencils and safe plastic punches, Scouts will emboss their own Braille messages into paper, creating real tactile codes just like those used in the wider world. They’ll then swap and decode each other’s work, testing accuracy and problem-solving skills.

The session also introduces basic sign language, encouraging Scouts to practise simple signs in pairs or groups. It’s a hands-on way to build awareness of inclusion and accessibility while developing practical communication skills.

📦 What’s in the Box?

Each kit is designed to run a full session for 10 Scouts:

• 10x Laser-cut Braille punch stencils (reversed design for embossing)

• 10x Plastic punches (safe, easy to handle)

• 20x Sheets of paper (for writing and decoding messages)

• 10x Braille & sign worksheets (decoding challenges and sign practice tasks)

• 2x Leader’s Guides, including:

  • Badgework links

  • Full session plan

  • Risk assessment

  • Group activities and tips for success

🧠 Supports Badgework In:

• Skills Challenge Award

• Our Skills Activity Badge

• Teamwork and Leadership

• Disability awareness and inclusive thinking

🕒 Session Time:

~45–60 minutes
Includes Braille embossing, message swapping, and sign language practice.

🚨 Extra Equipment You’ll Need:

• Pencils or pens

• Hard-backed books or clipboards (to press onto while embossing)

📚 Educational Extras:

• Emboss real Braille codes with authentic tools

• Learn how people use Braille in everyday life

• Practise sign language as an alternative communication method

• Bonus game: “Braille Relay” — teams race to emboss, swap, and decode a secret message

🧑🏫 Leader-Friendly From Start to Finish:

• All tools included — no extras needed beyond pens/paper

• Clear step-by-step instructions for embossing and decoding

• Balanced mix of practical skill and inclusive awareness

• Full risk assessment included

👥 Group Sizing Made Easy:

Each box contains 10 full kits.
Just order the number of boxes to match your group:

10 Scouts = 1 box
20 Scouts = 2 boxes, and so on