Homemade Solar Eclipse Glasses: Safely View Saturday's Cosmic Event
DIY Viewing Glasses for a Safe and Memorable Solar Eclipse
As the anticipation for Saturday's solar eclipse builds, it's essential to prioritize eye safety while witnessing this celestial phenomenon. Store-bought eclipse glasses can be expensive or scarce, so why not create your own homemade viewing glasses at home? This simple and cost-effective method will allow you to enjoy the eclipse without risking eye damage.
Materials You'll Need:
- A cardboard box or cereal box
- Aluminum foil
- Scissors
- Tape
- A small hole punch or pin
Instructions:
- Cut two circles out of the cardboard, each large enough to cover your eyes.
- Cut a piece of aluminum foil slightly larger than the diameter of the cardboard circles.
- Tape the aluminum foil to one side of each cardboard circle, making sure it covers the entire surface.
- Flip the cardboard circles over and use the hole punch or pin to create a small hole in the center of the foil.
- Tape the two cardboard circles together, with the aluminum foil sides facing outward.
Tips:
To ensure the glasses are safe, inspect the aluminum foil carefully for any holes or tears. The hole in the foil should be no larger than a pinprick.
Never look directly at the sun with these glasses unless the moon is fully covering the sun during the total eclipse phase.
Children should be supervised while using these glasses.
With these homemade solar eclipse glasses, you can safely enjoy the breathtaking sight of the celestial dance between the sun, moon, and Earth. Stay tuned for more updates and tips on how to make the most of this unforgettable event.
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