Hello everyone!
I hope you are all still keeping well and that the rain isn't making you too miserable!
I've been busy doing some research for some new lessons ready for when we get back to school, and have stumbled upon the fascinating world of optical illusions. Some of them are really amazing! What do you see first here? Two faces or a candle?
Some optical illusions are just confusing - have a look at this painting by M C Escher; it seems straightforward at first glance, but when you look closely it really bamboozles the brain!
Optical illusions were really popular in Victorian times, and children in particular used to enjoy making their own optical illusion toys, called thaumatropes, using paper or card. If you would like to have a go at making one for yourself, you can follow the instructions here.
You can make all sorts of different designs - there are many ideas and templates on the internet if you are feeling really inspired. You don't have to use string or elastic either: you can stick the pictures to each side of a pencil or straw, and then twizzle it between the palms of your hands instead.
That's all from me for today - have fun, and keep safe (and dry!) at home.
Mrs Vaqueiro
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