Loopy Luge

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

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.

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

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

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crayola supplies

• Crayons
• Colored Pencils
• Glitter Glue
• Construction Paper

"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.

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.