Kaleidoscopes for Educators, Hobbyists or the "Do-It-Yourselfer"
Based on Sir David Brewster work in 1816, and naming his invention "kalos", meaning beautiful. "eidos",form; and "skopeo", I see.
Anyone trying to create a kaleidoscope will quickly realize the skills and craftsmanship necessary to make these dazzling vision-stimulating kaleidoscopes. Learning how to make a kaleidoscope can be tedious, but it results in a stunning piece of artwork, a sense of smiling self-pride and a true appreciation of the Artist and Kaleidoscope industry. You will learn to be able to distinguish between two and three-mirror kaleidoscopes.
Learning how to make a kaleidoscope is a fascinating journey that we at Kaleidoscope World(kaleidoscopes.net) would delight in sharing with you. We are kaleidoscope enthusiasts and have been in the kaleidoscope business with shops since 1980s and on the internet since the 1990s. If we can't answer your questions, you can be certain we will find someone who can.
Multiple reflection of two mirrors in a kaleidoscope produces units of patterns if the mirrors are joined at one edge. The reflection then forms a circle. Three mirrors of the same size arranged in a triangle and form unit designs and multiply each into an overall pattern. These kaleidoscope project kits are great for art and science projects.
Our NEWEST kits are one pictured above for children and one we import from Germany for adults called "Monika's Kaleidoscope Kit." Perfect for the person who likes to explore and do things to find out how they work. Also great gifts for those colder days of winter fun by the fire. Also this kit is great for a parent, counselor or teacher who works with children ages 6 and up to show them how to assemble a kaleidoscope.
We have many kaleidoscopes and teleidoscopes suitable for instruction in just following directions, and/or in symmetry, use of magnified lens, angles of mirrors, reflection, and refraction of light. There is a basic kaleidoscope kit for classroom instruction. Instructions are included with each kit, and all parts are included as well. Call us (phone number at bottom of this page) to discuss your needs and age group, pricing and when needed. We appreciate your inquiries.
The least expensive kit is "Sweet Treats"Kaleidoscope Kit ($11.98) and Carolyn Bennett's kit and book,($16.98) which may be a little too expensive for classroom use, but good for presents. The best deal is a package of "Cool Kits" orderable in packs of a dozen ($3.50 per kaleidoscope)--click the "cool" picture showing the multiple kaleidoscopes below.
Carolyn Bennett was a school teacher, turned kaleidoscope designer and writer. She has written an excellent book explaining the science and art of kaleidoscopes. Includes a kit with a turning end. Pictured below, this item is perfect for understanding the mechanics of kaleidoscopes. This can be ordered under "Kaleidoscopes for Children".
Also, as mentioned on our home page, there are special prices to make the kits even more affordable. The kits are perfect for cures for winter cabin fever, play dates, as an after-school boredom buster, or as a birthday party activity. To order the Monika Kit click on the blue description or picture below. Other products can be ordered directly on this page below, or you can also click the description or picture for more information.