In "The Boy Scouts of the Life Saving Crew" by Robert Shaler, the reader is immersed in a captivating tale that follows a group of Boy Scouts who form a life-saving crew to rescue individuals in perilous situations. Shaler's literary style seamlessly combines elements of adventure, teamwork, and courage, making this book an engaging read for both young readers and adults alike. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century America, the book provides insight into the values and skills promoted by the Boy Scouts of America during that time period. Through the characters' experiences, Shaler highlights the importance of preparedness, leadership, and service to others in times of crisis. Readers will be drawn into the thrilling rescues and heartfelt camaraderie depicted throughout the narrative, making it a memorable and impactful story. Robert Shaler, a former Boy Scout leader himself, brings authenticity and depth to the story by drawing from his own experiences and knowledge of scouting. His passion for instilling important life lessons and values in young people shines through in his writing, making this book both entertaining and educational. I recommend "The Boy Scouts of the Life Saving Crew" to readers looking for a heartwarming and inspiring tale of bravery, friendship, and selflessness.

Running Toward Danger is the first book that tells the extraordinary saga of Scouting's Honor Medal recipients ― and how the award itself transformed American life. It is the product of extensive original research into the BSA's national archives, vintage newspaper accounts, and interviews of recent recipients. The narrative includes more than 150 accounts of the most remarkable ― and hair-raising ― Honor Medal rescues of the last century. Also, it uncovers the crisis in the early days of the award that ultimately changed the direction of Scouting and brought intensive first aid, lifesaving, and safety training to the nation's youth. Running Toward Danger is filled with extraordinary characters. First among equals is the buckskinned sophisticate, co-founder of Scouting, and friend of U.S. presidents, Daniel Carter Beard, who created the Honor Medal ― and then nearly drove it to disaster. But there also are hundreds of young men and women who find themselves in the most terrifying situations imaginable, fly into action, and not only to survive but also to save others in the process. It is a narrative that swings from a lonely, lightning-scorched mountain top to an isolated farmhouse, to crowded urban neighborhoods, to shark-filled waters ― each story presenting its own dangers that demands a clear-minded and smart strategy, requiring an abundance of bravery from its young rescuers.For Scouts and their families these stories are the best lesson imaginable on what makes Scouting great ― and what the character-building training programs of the Boy Scouts of America develop in young people. But this also is a book for all Americans that celebrates the courage and resourcefulness of our nation's youth. You never will forget these remarkable stories of young people who, when met with the ultimate challenge, don't hesitate to run toward danger to help others.

This book is an anthology of classic tales that could be of interest to young boys, including those inspired by the Boy Scouts, as compiled by the organization itself. Works featured include 'The Red-Headed League' by Arthur Conan Doyle; 'Story of the Bandbox' by Robert Louis Stevenson; and 'A Twilight Adventure' by Melville Davisson Post.