Age is but a number for some Queens kids who taught their elders about kindness and loyalty on Sunday. NY1's Shannan Ferry filed the following report.
On Sundays, Boy Scouts don't usually lead the congregation at the Presbyterian Church of St. Albans.
However, the group spoke in front of dozens on February 7 to talk about their core beliefs.
"I have learned that a Cub Scout sticks up for what's right," said Danny Burgin, a Cub Scout.
National Scout Sunday is an opportunity for The Boy Scouts of America to celebrate their accomplishments by teaching others what they're all about.
"Helping other people, and being honest," said Kaelem Bent, another Cub Scout.
Members aim to follow scout law, an oath that promotes certain values like trustworthiness, bravery and courtesy.
"If there's garbage on the floor, I'll pick it up so the earth will be clean," said Brycen Jaggassar, another Cub Scout.
Local leaders hope that by spreading the word about scout values, the youths will encourage others to join the organization.
They believe that by increasing membership there will eventually be less violence in the community.
"Southern Queens, we have people, like, having fights or not in school, dropping out of school," said Eagle Scout Rashaad Bryan.
"We're preparing these children to realize the seed and the potential that's within them. We are helping them to know that they can achieve and accomplish anything in life," said the Rev. Edward Davis, a pastor at the Presbyterian Church of St. Albans.
Organizers said it was only fitting that the scouts share their message with others during Black History Month.
"Today, by their service to their community, and all the merits that the scouts bring out, that they are contributing to black history as well," said City Councilman Daneek Miller of Queens.
The scouts agree and said while they may be young, they have plenty of wisdom to share.