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Are you interested in a fun way for your kids to develop interest in the world around them? Learn how to make an upside down telescope in this free crafts video series.
There are 6 videos in this series:
Because the image is seen through two magnifying glasses, the telescope is called upside down. Learn how to make an upside down telescope in this free crafts video.
The first thing you do when cutting the body of the telescope is measure the diameter. Learn how to make an upside down telescope in this free crafts video.
Use rubber cement to glue the magnifying glass to the first tube. Learn how to make an upside down telescope in this free crafts video.
Roll the magnifying glass and corrugated paper around to really seal it tightly. Learn how to make an upside down telescope in this free crafts video.
Decorating your telescope will really make it enjoyable for a child. Learn how to make an upside down telescope in this free crafts video.
Accurate markings are important for the proper function of your telescope. Learn how to make an upside down telescope in this free crafts video.
One of the easiest ways to introduce your child to the world of artistic exploration is to allow them the freedom to initiate and participate in their very own arts and crafts projects. One very simple but truly fun project for children and adults is the creation of an upside down telescope using a variety of art supplies and, naturally, creative vision! Parents who are drawn to such timeless and innovative hobbies as scrap-booking and homemade frame-making will delight in the project featured in this series. Your kids will love creating their own designs and watching their mind's eye create something for friends and family, and you will open your creative spirit wide as you help your child discover their artistic potential.
This free crafts video series will take you from choosing supplies to adding finishing touches to your upside down telescope. Learn how to gather supplies, cut, measure, construct and decorate your creation. Get started watching these videos and you’ll have a fun upside down telescope before you know it.
Gary Zier Gary Zier, originally from Florida, is a systems administrator with 10 years of computer networking experience and an expertise in conditional access security systems. He started teaching kids how to build computers and enjoyed working with kids so much that he ran programs in schools which later turned into teaching many different types of crafts and building projects.dkdk
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