The Badge Archive

2011 – Comic Artist – GSRV

Archived Copy of Mtg1 and Mtg2 from GSRV (River Valley) – Original: Mtg 1 and Mtg 2

Disclaimer: This outline is based on meeting plans originally published by Girl Scouts River Valleys (GSRV). In 2025, GSRV removed public access to these plans during a nation-wide website redesign for all councils. While some original PDF links may still function, their availability is not guaranteed.

The activities and outline provided here are adapted to preserve the spirit and structure of the original plans, which many leaders found helpful and engaging.

Meeting One Outline

Meeting Start

Always plan for 5-10 minutes to allow scouts to arrive and your troop’s opening routines.

Time Expected*:
5 minutes

Activity 1 – Step 1

(Requirement 1 Earned)

Time Expected*:
20 minutes

Comic Basics – Scouts use a labeled comic to learn how images and words work together, then read a cartoon and write a funny caption.

Activity 2 – Step 4

(Requirement 4 Earned)

Time Expected*:
25 minutes

Transition Time – Scouts use emojis or simple shapes to sketch a four-panel comic using different types of panel transitions.

Activity 3 – Step 1

(Requirement 1 Earned)

Time Expected*:
15 minutes

Graphic Novel Basics – Scouts explore how a real comic artist turns ideas into a finished book.

Activity 4 – Step 2

(Requirement 2 Earned)

Time Expected*:
20 minutes

Progressive Comic Art – Scouts take turns adding panels to each other’s comics in a group drawing game.

Meeting End

Always plan for 5-10 minutes for clean up and Closing Routines

Time Expected*:
5 minutes

Total Time Expected*: 90 minutes

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Meeting Two Outline

Meeting Start

Always plan for 5-10 minutes to allow scouts to arrive and your troop’s opening routines.

Time Expected*:
5 minutes

Activity 5 – Step 2

(Requirement 2 Earned)

Time Expected*:
20 minutes

Storyboard Comic – Scouts plan out their comic story using a storyboard sheet with space for scenes and notes.

Activity 6 – Step 3

(Requirement 3 Earned)

Time Expected*:
15 minutes

25 Expression Challenge – Scouts practice drawing different facial expressions to show emotion in their comic characters.

Activity 5 – Step 5

(Requirement 5 Earned)

Time Expected*:
30 minutes

Draw a Complete 4-Panel Comic – Scouts use their storyboard to draw a comic with panels, pictures, and words.

Activity 5 – Wrap Up

(No Requirement Earned)

Time Expected*:
15 minutes

Comic Share and Snack – Scouts share their finished comics while enjoying a snack and reflecting on the creative process.

Meeting End

Always plan for 5-10 minutes for clean up and Closing Routines

Time Expected*:
5 minutes

Total Time Expected*: 90 minutes

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For pre-planned meeting plans by others – see the Cadette Comic Artist page.
To choose your own activities – see the Activity List for Comic Artist.

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*Time Expected*

  • The time estimates mimic the amount of time GSRV lists in their original meeting plan for the badge activities.
  • Troops may take more or less time depending on their scouts’ abilities and interests. Plan your meetings accordingly to suit your troop’s unique needs.

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