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In this activity, learners use a laser pointer and two small rotating mirrors to create a variety of fascinating patterns, which can be easily and dramatically projected on a wall or screen.

Over $20 per group Ages 11 - 18 1 to 2 hours
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Create beautiful spirals by drawing a straight line. This sounds crazy, but you can with a turntable (a record player or lazy susan), paper, and pen.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 4 - 14 5 to 10 minutes
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In this activity, learners use a laser pointer and two small rotating mirrors to create a variety of fascinating patterns, which can be easily and dramatically projected on a wall or screen.

Over $20 per group Ages 11 - 18 1 to 2 hours
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Wheels aren't the only things that can "roll" objects that are placed on top of it. Make non-intuitive shapes from cutouts and a compass to demonstrate this.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 18 5 to 10 minutes
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The Drawing Board consists of a marking pen that remains stationary and a platform that swings beneath the pen, acting as a pendulum.

Over $20 per group Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes