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This single meeting plan is fast paced.
Considering a 2 hour meeting to allow more time.

Some troops may want to break it up and do two meetings.

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Meeting Outline

Full instructions for each activity are found on the connected links.

Comparing Comics – Scouts compare older and modern comics to explore how humor, characters, and storytelling have changed over time.

Use the Circle Drawing in the How-To Characters activity to explore the Art Element of Shape – Scouts use a how-to guide to draw simple characters and explore their personal drawing style.

Progressive Comic Art – Scouts take turns adding panels to each other’s comics in a group drawing game.
BUT skip sharing work at the end of the activity. Wait to display it in the final activity.
AND use pencils for this step to explore one medium to earn part of D Req 2.
AND add a challenge to use lines and shading in the art work to meet B Req 2 & J Req 4.

Use the Mirror Expressions activity – Scouts observe and sketch facial expressions, then use them to create a four-panel comic strip that tells a story without words.
AND add words to the 4 panel comic they made to also meet C Req 5 (Like the Choose Comic Words activity).
AND use pen or markers for the final work (they can sketch in pencil and then write over it in ink) to explore a second medium for the final part of D Req 2.

Mini Art Gallery – Scouts display their finished artwork in a mini gallery for others to view and enjoy.

If you have extra time: Scouts can look at each other’s comics until it’s time to go home.

Total Time Expected*: 90 minutes

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For pre-planned meeting plans by others – see the Daisy Art and Design page.
To choose your own activities – see the D/B/J Art and Design Activity List.

For pre-planned meeting plans by others – see the Brownie Art and Design page.
To choose your own activities – see the Activity List for Brownie Art and Design.

For pre-planned meeting plans by others – see the Junior Art and Design page.
To choose your own activities – see the D/B/J Art and Design Activity List.

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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General Notes

*Time Expected*

• The time estimates provided by The Badge Archive are based on the writer’s personal experience and are meant as a guideline.
• 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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