
The tiny hole interacts with the light in such a way that the hole acts as a tiny lens and projects a focused image. You are essentially making a pin hole camera, where the tiny hole projects light onto a screen. It's quick, simple, and a fun project with the kids.


Projection is a safe and easy way to view the partial eclipse, and you can build the viewer yourself. Staring directly at the sun without eclipse glasses or other appropriate eye protection, could result in damage to your retina. Retailers say many customers appear to have waited until the last minute to buy the glasses - with just days remaining until an eclipse blankets the country in partial or total darkness. Watch Video: How to: Make an eclipse viewerĭon't have eclipse glasses? No worries – you can still view the eclipse with a do-it-yourself eclipse box.Īcross the country stores are selling out of special eclipse-watching glasses viewers need to protect their eyes from the sun.
