Boyslife.org provided
by Boy Scouts of America
Summary: Boys’ Life is the official magazine of
the Boy Scouts of America. The magazine
publishes two magazines each month aimed at the different demographics of
Scouts. The first edition is suitable
for Cub Scout members, while the second edition is suitable for older Boy
Scouts starting with the second year of Webelos. The first edition was published in 1911 by
George S Barton. It was made the
official magazine of the BSA in 1912.
The magazine features content on Adventure Stories, technology updates,
video game information, and comics.
Boyslife.org also provides supplemental information to the magazine,
including Joke of the Day, photos and videos.
Review: When I first pulled up boyslife.org, I
felt immediately lost. The site does not
feature any articles. Instead there is a
box at the top with words in different fonts that are actually links to the
material on the site. The information
that is covered on the website includes jokes, games, outdoors & gear,
videos, photos, contests, and other “fun stuff to do.” There is also a poll available. Further down on the website, viewers will find
five blogs on games, news, scout gear, scouting, and Pedro’s Mail. The jokes are provided by scouts and allow
users to write comments on the numerous jokes available. The photos
section features photos of scouts doing everyday things such as playing soccer,
camping and crafting. The video section
provides videos of exercises, author webcasts, and science exploration. A Hobbies & Projects section provides
information on crafting and excelling in school. After the getting past the homepage, the
navigation of the site is quite easy.
The site also provides great information for boy scouts to use to gain
their badges and have fun with gaming and jokes. This is a great site for boys.
Genre: Website
Interest Level: ages 6 to 18
