What's New at Heads Up by Scout Life magazine

Read the winning essays from Scout Life’s 2024 Say Yes! to Reading Contest

Read the full winning essays from each age category.

9 Fast Facts About Sea Lions

Sea lions are strong swimmers. Learn more fun facts about these marine mammals.

Our 11-Year-Old Reviewer Says A Minecraft Movie is Big and Fun!

The theater was packed with Minecraft fans, and everyone had so much fun!

7 Fast Facts About Submarines

Submarines help scientists, explorers and the military discover new things about our oceans.

Spring 2025 Videogames: Donkey Kong, Civilization VII and More!

Two legends have returned. They’re bigger, better and bolder than ever.

8 Fast Facts About Orangutans

Orangutans spend most of their time in trees, sleeping in nests and swinging from the rainforest canopies of Indonesia.

Three Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re still searching for the perfect gift, don’t stress! We’ve got you covered with three quick and easy DIY projects that will show your love in a heartfelt way.

norman rockwell painting of scout salute

Happy Birthday, Scouting America!

Here’s how time has changed for Scouts in the last 115 years.

historic photos of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass

Significant Contributions and Milestones to Black History

Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass made significant contributions to Black history. Here are some others.

4 Favorite Books of the Month

Looking for something new to read? These are some of our favorite books of the month.