Optical Morpher
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In this amazing activity about light and reflection, learners will use a pie plate and reflective strips from a mylar balloon to try to morph their face into a friend's. Included as part of one of COSI's Family Science Quests (on page 1 of the PDF), this activity can easily be done as a stand-alone.
- Under 5 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- $5 - $10 per group of students
- Ages 6 - 14
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Mylar balloon, medium or large size
- Dish or pan; flat, transparent, clear glass or plastic (like a pie plate)
- Ruler
- Clear tape
- Scissors
Subjects
- Life Sciences
- Human Senses and Perception
- Vision
- Perception
- Human Senses and Perception
- Physical Sciences
- Light and Optics
- Lenses and Mirrors
- Reflection and Refraction
- Light and Optics
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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- Free access
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- All Rights Reserved, COSI Columbus, ©2009
