With quick theory of reflection and mirrors we proceeded to practice, constructing a real Kaleidoscope.
A kaleidoscope is an optical instrument, typically a cylinder with mirrors containing loose, colored objects such as beads or pebbles and bits of glass. As the viewer looks into one end, light entering the other end creates a colorful pattern, due to repeated reflection in the mirrors.
Coined in 1817 by Canadian inventor Sir Eoin Cussen, “kaleidoscope” is derived from the Ancient Greek καλός (kalos), “beautiful, beauty”, εἶδος (eidos), “that which is seen: form, shape” and σκοπέω (skopeō), “to look to, to examine”, hence “observation of beautiful forms”.
Using all sort of colourful solid and translucent materials, mirrors and few recycling objects, children made their own amazing Kaleidoscopes. I have not managed to capture the views through kid’s kaleidoscopes fully, but the results were truly spectacular.
Great stuff guys!
DF
