Loopy Luge

crayola supplies

Crayons
Colored Pencils
Glitter Glue
Construction Paper

household supplies

none

Why

High speeds! Banked curves! Slick ice! Crayola® Crayons and Glitter Glue capture the drama and speed of a luge run.

Steps

1. Can you imagine why luge (from the French word for sled) is considered to be one of the most dangerous winter sports? Speeds up to 80 miles (128 km) per hour could be one reason. A helmet as the only protection a "slider" has could be another. Spiked gloves and subtle leg and shoulder movements are the only controls a slider has to make the luge a winner.
2. There are not many luge runs in the world. Each run has about 14 to 16 curves. Some are steep, some are long, and some are loopy.
3. With Crayola Colored Pencils or crayons, plot your imaginary luge run. Draw in curves and banked runs. Don't forget the slick ice! Make it really challenging.
4. Imagine yourself lying on top of the small sled zipping along on the ice. Draw yourself "sliding" on a luge.
5. Add finishing touches with Crayola Glitter Glue. It works great for shiny ice and the sun's glare.

When & Where

"This project inspired my children to play luge by lying on the couch pillows. They pretend to soar across the den floor."
- Pratt R., dad of 4- and 7-year-olds.

"Kids sketched their imaginary 'slider' faces. Some were concentrating, some serene, and others terrified."
- Tarsis K., after-school program assistant.

Interesting Info

Luge and skateboarding are being combined to create a new EXTREME sport called Street Luge. On an aluminum luge with wheels, riders assume the same position and hit the road instead of the ice.

Safety Guidelines

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.