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CD Spinner
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In this activity, learners create a simple “top” from a CD, marble and bottle cap, and use it as a spinning platform for a variety of illusion-generating patterns.

Pupil
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In this activity, learners explore their eye pupils and how they change.

Blind Spot
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In this activity, learners conduct a simple test to find their blind spot.

Cylindrical Mirror
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In this activity, learners create a cylindrical mirror to see themselves as others see them.

Water Sphere Lens
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In this activity about light and refraction, learners make a lens and magnifying glass by filling a bowl with water.

Sliding Gray Step
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How can you make one shade of gray look like two? By putting it against two different color backgrounds! This activity allows learners to perform this sleight of hand very easily.

Moiré Patterns
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In this activity about light and perception, learners create and observe moire patterns.

Seeing Your Blind Spot
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This activity (aka "snack") provides instructions for discovering your blind spot. It is an exploration of light and visual perception using simple materials you may have around the house.