You have kids, which means know about GOO.
Goo is a big part of childhood. It is a consistency that runs through and across and down our children’s lives (and bodies). At times unidentified substances are found oozing out of holes in noses or worse! The greatest of goo has been captured by the gaming community, in World of Goo – but the Goo I want to talk to you about is the stuff that you buy in novelty shops, or get as a prize at the local fair after not quite winning the major carnival prize.
My son recently acquired just such a tub of Goo in a novelty bag from a local fair. His fascination and interest in this simple red polymer reminded me of just how little children need sometimes to kick their imagination into overdrive. He was putting it on surfaces, playing practical jokes and generally pushing the material to its limits…which was when I found him in special effects mode.
The above photo is my boys first foray into the mythbuster world of special effects and movie prosthetics. Somehow, he managed to manipulate the Goo to ooze right over his hand creating a beautiful comic book effect like some tight fitting superhero glove or bio-tech ooze that clings to your body and aids you in some way by healing, providing extra strength or who knows.
So, now it begins…my search for other random household items that can be used for special effects. Suggestions welcome in the comments below folks. What have your kids been doing recently that is gooey and special effects worthy?
