This past Saturday, the Den got together for some creative crafts!Using common household items, craft supplies and a little imagination, the boys made their very own Star Wars podracers. It was a really good time. We even got to sneak in some learning, too. While they were busy at work nurturing their creative wiggles, the guys were secretly fulfilling the requirements for their Art Belt Loop. Oh, how I love sneaking in a little learning now and then!
Take a look:
The Cubs really enjoyed the challenge of creating something from nothing.
In fact, the only required item for their racer were three little Hot Wheels which were used for rollers for the racer. Everything else was left entirely to their imagination.
Wouldn't you know it?
Once they were done, no two racers looked alike.
S.W. put a lot of detail into his engines by using egg carton bases for engine cowlings.
J.W. stabilized his racer with popsicle sticks to ensure straight and long-distance rolling.
His little brother, J.W. II, preferred a more compact model for better agility.
A.H. went for a wide solid engine to help clear obstacles from his path.
And C.L. put his trust in thrust by sporting two big-bore juice concentrate cans for engines.
M.D. made sure his racer has some fly decor with his monkey air spoiler.
D.S. thought out of the box, as usual. His racer endured one of the hardest test runs, even surviving a flight test! (Sort of...)
M.S. put a lot of work into his racer's cockpit, making sure the pilot had two ways to exit the pod and he also had a seat cushion for comfort!
Finally, V.Z. gave his pod vectored thrusters for increased maneuverability.
Even the Chief got in on the action!
Yes, the podracer building and testing was a real treat for the boys.
Unfortunately, our meeting had to end on a sad note.
This gathering turned out to be the last meeting for our good friend and fellow Cub, A.H.
He will be moving to Korea at the beginning of February.
We sent him off in good form, with treats, drinks and a gift to remember us by.
Thanks for all your hard work and dedication, A.H.
You'll be missed.
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