What this lesson teaches
This activity teaches students about light reflection and symmetry. They will understand how shapes create beautiful patterns.
Build your own kaleidoscope and explore colorful patterns!
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This activity teaches students about light reflection and symmetry. They will understand how shapes create beautiful patterns.
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Hands-on activities like this make learning engaging and fun. By creating their own kaleidoscope, students can see the principles of light in action.
1. Cut the cardboard tube to your desired length. 2. Cut the mirror strips to fit inside the tube and tape them together in a triangle. 3. Place the triangle of mirrors inside the tube. 4. Cover one end of the tube with plastic wrap and secure it with tape. 5. Add colored beads on top of the plastic wrap. 6. Look through the open end and turn the tube. What do you notice?