How To Make Safe Solar Eclipse Glasses

Prepare to Safely View Saturday's Solar Eclipse with Your Homemade Viewing Glasses

Make Your Own Solar Eclipse Glasses

Get ready to witness the awe-inspiring solar eclipse on Saturday with homemade viewing glasses that ensure safe observation. This engaging guide will walk you through the simple steps to craft your eclipse glasses, allowing you to experience this celestial event without compromising your eyesight.

Materials You'll Need:

• Aluminum foil
• Empty cardboard tube (e.g., toilet paper roll)
• Scissors
• Tape

Instructions:

1. Cut a piece of aluminum foil slightly larger than the opening of the cardboard tube.
2. Carefully poke a small hole in the center of the aluminum foil.
3. Tape the aluminum foil over one end of the cardboard tube.
4. Hold the viewing glasses up to your eyes and face the sun. Look through the hole in the aluminum foil.

Caution: Do not look directly at the sun without using certified solar eclipse glasses. The Sun's intense light can cause permanent eye damage.