Nanook is an unusual young Scout who is very proud of being self-sufficient, and likes to tell us about his

ability. He is a little uncoordinated, much to the delight of the audience.

This skit is best presented indoors with a relatively small audience, so Nanook's demonstration is appreciated

up close. The skit is best if not rehearsed.

Preparation

Nanook is two people. One is seen by the audience from the waist up. His hands are inserted into a large pair

of boots that are propped up on the table. He has a blanket-covered hunch back, which conceals the second

Scout. The second Scout reaches his hands under the arms of the first; these are Nanook's hands. The visible

Nanook should be a Scout who likes to talk and can keep a happy outlook in the face of some physical discomfort.

Collect all materials in advance, and plan the order in which they will be used. Encourage the Scouts to

suggest ideas, but do not plan too many activities. The skit should not run more than 10 minutes at the most. A

plastic sheet on the floor will help with the cleanup.

The Skit

The curtain opens, and Nanook is seated behind a table. The table is draped with a blanket or sheet so that the

audience cannot see behind it.

Nanook introduces himself, gesturing with his hands. He knows that he looks a little strange, but he is a very

capable and independent Boy Scout. He is very proud that he knows how to take care of himself. Nanook would

like to show us how he gets up in the morning. As he demonstrates, he talks about what he is doing.

"First, I wash my face." A Scout brings a basin of water and a washcloth. He washes, getting water over a

wide area.

"Then, I shave." Applies shaving cream and shaves. (Use a safety razor without a blade!)

Because the person operating his hands cannot see, the results are, well, interesting. He washes off the soap

and dries his face on a towel.

Nanook then puts toothpaste on his toothbrush and brushes his teeth. He brushes his hair.

Once he has cleaned up and the washing materials have been removed, it is time for breakfast -- a good big

bowl of oatmeal, which he eats with a large spoon. He uses a big napkin to wipe his face. "Umm, that was good!"

Now he is ready to face the day. All he needs is his hat, a knitted cap.

Nanook thanks all the nice people for coming to see him. He hopes they have enjoyed their visit!