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The Zoetrope Kit
Suitable for children aged 7 and over.
Also available: Zoetrope Workshop days for your school.
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'A clever kit form replica of this famous Victorian optical toy'
Invented in the 19th century, zoetropes or 'wheels of life' were popular Victorian toys. It’s a moving picture device comprising a spinning drum with viewing slots to see a set of animations. Simply spin the drum, look through the slots and watch the picture come alive. Children and adults are fascinated by zoetropes which are the precursor of modern cinema.
Use this kit to make a working model of a zoetrope complete with a set of colouring-in animation strips.
Size: The spinning drum measures approx 6 inches diameter x 4 inches high
Classpacks:
Supplied in classpacks of 32 units with everything needed to make a working model of the zoetrope:
- Black card cut outs for the spinning drum
- 2 x construction cards for the base unit
- pencil to use as the spindle/zoetrope holder
- pack of 100 animation strips (4 designs)
- training DVD and construction stand for first time users
Large packs:
Supplied in classpacks of 100 units with everything needed to make a working model of the zoetrope:
- Black card cut outs for the spinning drum
- 2 x construction cards for the base unit
- pencil to use as the spindle/zoetrope holder
- pack of 250 animation strips (4 designs)
- training DVD and construction stand for first time users
How to make a zoetrope - training DVD
This DVD is a useful reference for constructing a zeotrope from our kit – also includes a guide to making the sled kites.
First time orders - free (included automatically with the Zoetrope Kits).
Extra training DVD - £2.50
What else is needed?
Glue is required to assemble the zoetrope kit – pritt sticks or similar are recommended.
Handy assembly stand
Useful for constructing the drum and base - included with first time orders
with extra stands available for £4.50 each
Cost - £4.50