Singing together is a great way for Webelos Scouts to strengthen their bond as a group. From classic lyrics to more modern tunes, singing around the campfire is a timeless tradition. Here are 32 Webelos Scout songs that the whole troop can enjoy!
1. “Bear Necessities”
This familiar Disney tune is always a hit with kids. The Webelos can join in and sing along!
- I’ve got the bear necessities
- The simple bear necessities
- Forget about your worries and your strife
- I mean the bear necessities
- Old Mother Nature’s recipes
- That bring the bear necessities of life
2. “The Ants Go Marching”
A classic campfire song, “The Ants Go Marching” is always a hit. Everyone can join in with the chorus and create their own verses!
- The ants go marching one by one, hurrah, hurrah
- The ants go marching two by two, hurrah, hurrah
- The ants go marching three by three, the little one stops to climb a tree
- And they all go marching down, around the ground, to get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!
3. “John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt”
This silly song is sure to get everyone singing and laughing!
- John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt
- His name is my name too
- Whenever we go out, the people always shout
- There goes John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt!
- Dah dah dah dah dah dah dah dah dah!
4. “The Wheels on the Bus”
Kids love singing this classic song and can get creative with their own verses. It’s perfect for long car rides or around the campfire.
- The wheels on the bus go round and round
- Round and round, round and round
- The wheels on the bus go round and round
- All through the town!
5. “Ten Little Indians”
This simple song is a great way to get young scouts involved. The Webelos can take turns singing the verses, counting down from 10!
- Ten little Indians standing in a line,
- One stepped out and then there were nine.
- Nine little Indians swinging on a gate,
- One tumbled off and then there were eight.
6. “If You’re Happy and You Know It”
This cheery tune can liven up any campfire. Plus it’s easy to remember and the kids love it!
- If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands.
- If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands.
- If you’re happy and you know it, then your face will surely show it.
- If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands.
7. “My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean”
This classic sea shanty is a great way to get everyone in the singing spirit. Even the adults can join in on this one!
- My Bonnie lies over the ocean,
- My Bonnie lies over the sea,
- My Bonnie lies over the ocean,
- Oh, bring back my Bonnie to me.
8. “Take Me Out to the Ballgame”
This is a great song for Webelos to sing along to. Everyone can join in for the chorus and clap along to the beat!
- Take me out to the ballgame,
- Take me out to the crowd.
- Buy me some peanuts and cracker jack,
- I don’t care if I never get back.
Conclusion
Singing together is a great way to create a strong bond among Webelos Scouts. Whether they’re singing classic songs or more modern tunes, these 32 Webelos Scout songs will have everyone singing along!