"Akela" is the "Big Wolf" character in Rudyard Kipling's "Mowgli" stories found in The Jungle Book, and The Second Jungle Book.  Akela adopts Mowgli, and teaches him the way of the Jungle.

To Cub Scouts, "Akela" is a symbol for Leadership, Authority, and Wisdom.

The role of Akela is played by many different adults in a Cub Scout's life.  At Den Meetings, Akela is the Den Leader, while at Pack Meetings, the Cubmaster is Akela.  When the Cub Scout is as at school, His Teachers are Akela.  At home, Parents are Akela. 

Cub Scouts learn the values of Cooperation and Teamwork.  When each Cub Scout does their best to do their part, the group benefits, and each individual is able to accomplish more than they could if working alone.  This is what is meant by "The Cub Scout helps the pack go."

The Cub Scout program is designed not only to be fun, but also to help boys grow into good citizens, by building strong character, encouraging physical fitness, and responsible decision-making skills.  This is what is meant by "The pack helps the Cub Scout grow."

Cub Scouts also learn the value of being kind, cheerful, courteous and helpful.  The importance of being helpful, both at home and in our community is part of being a "good citizen", and is what is meant by "The Cub Scout gives goodwill."