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Thaumatropes?


Posted Date: 02/11/2022

Thaumatropes?

Capitol Kids with Character were invited to Principal Mrs. Joanna Runkles' Office to make a Valentine thaumatrope. This ancient optical toy was popular in the 19th century. It includes a disk with a picture on each side of a stick. When twirled quickly between fingers, the two images appear to blend into one due to the persistence of vision. Thank you, Mrs. Runkles, for rewarding kids for good character and for making history new again! You're in the right place!