Category: Interesting Articles » Optical Illusions
Kids are naturally draw towards magic and illusions, what other way to spark the curiosity in them by teaching them about illusions. Below are some illusions that can be easily done in a classroom.
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As a teacher or parents, these super cool optical illusions projects for kids are the perfect way to spark learning and creativity in your own child or in a classroom. Download these free printable templates and start the magical journey now.
1. Reverse Perspective Rooms Illusion
Reverse perspective is an optical illusion where a 3D, protruding structure (convex) is perceived by the brain as a receding, 3D space (concave). This is a very interesting activities for kids in a classroom.
2. Swivel Head Illusion
These spectacular swivel animal head illusions will follow your every move as you wander around the room. There are loads of characters to choose from, you can download these free cat, dog, and dragon head templates and make your own strange desktop creature. As for teachers, this will make great classroom design activities. For more animals designs such as horse, cow, mouse, rabbit, duck, fox and more, visit eChalk.
3. Ames Room Illusion
In 1934, ophthalmologist Adelbert Ames, Jr. devised a room that pushes the boundaries of human perception. Visit a virtual version of the now famous Ames room, as Scientific American Mind editor Ingrid Wickelgren explains how it works.
You can create a small version of this illusion with your own printer at home. Download the Ames Room Illusion template and print it, your children will be amazed and keep them curious. The Royal Institute has another Ames Room Template available in color, black and white.
3. The Mobius Loop Illusion
The Mobius Loop strip project is a fascinating mathematical concept where a long strip of paper with a single twist that joined at both ends creates a surface with only one side and one edge.
