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Title:

Make Your Own Telescope

Url:

https://www.exploratorium.edu/exploring/space/activity.html

Publisher:

Exploratorium (Organization)

Description: This site from the Exploratorium contains instructions on building a telescope with everyday materials. Reading glasses and a magnifying glass are used to create this telescope where the image formed inside can be seen. A materials list, step-by-step directions, and helpful photographs are all provided for visitors.

LC Classification:

Science -- Astronomy
Science -- Astronomy -- Astronomical instruments -- Modern -- Telescopes. Objectives. Mirrors
Science -- Science (General) -- Recreations, home experiments, etc.

GEM Subject:

Science -- Technology
Science -- Physics
Science -- Instructional issues

Key Concept:

Astronomy -- Telescopes

Resource Type:

Instructional Material
Instructional Material -- Lesson/Lesson Plan
Instructional Material -- Instructor Guide/Manual
Instructional Material -- Experiment/Lab Activity

Format:

Document -- HTML

Audience:

Educator

Education Level:

High School
Middle School
Elementary School

Language:

English

Rights:

Exploratorium

Access Rights:

Free access

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