"Total Solar Eclipse" Paper Video
The Fascination of a Solar Eclipse
An Astronomical Flipbook
A total solar eclipse is one of the most impressive celestial events of all—rare, fleeting, and often dependent on the weather. With this flipbook, you can hold this spectacle right in the palm of your hand: ready to view anytime, guaranteed cloud-free, and completely safe for your eyes.
The magic of the eclipse unfolds across a 95 × 55 mm format in 62 finely tuned image sequences. A quick flick of the thumb transforms paper into motion—the sun is gradually covered by the moon until the total phase is reached. It is a miniature paper movie that brings the grandeur of astronomy to life.
Astronomy at Your Fingertips
There are plenty of reasons to own this flipbook: perhaps you can’t make it to the path of totality; the weather isn't cooperating; you find yourself in the eclipse zone without a pair of eclipse glasses handy; or you simply can’t get enough of solar eclipses.
But all joking aside: this pocket-sized "Total Solar Eclipse" is not just a lovely little gift, but also a charming educational tool—ideal for schools, astronomy enthusiasts, or simply for curious hands. It requires no electricity and carries no risk, yet delivers a maximum "aha!" moment.
And if you ever do tire of the eclipse, you can simply flip the book over and draw your own little animation masterpiece on the blank reverse sides. Have fun!
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1 flipbook (dimensions: 95 x 55 x 11 mm),
64 sheets (128 pages)
Distributor:
PGI-Skarabäus, Im Kränzliacker 9, 79576 Weil am Rhein, Germany, pgi-shop.de
PGI-Skarabäus, Lerchenstrasse 38, 4147 Aesch, Switzerland, pgi-shop.ch
Manufacturer: AstroMedia GmbH, Im Wirrigen 30, 45731 Waltrop, Germany, astromedia.de
Adult supervision:
Children under 14 years of age should use the kit under adult supervision to avoid risks from improper handling.
Risk of injury:
Be particularly careful when handling pointed and sharp parts! Use sharp tools carefully, and if necessary take appropriate safety measures to avoid injuries.
Fire hazard:
Keep away from open fire and heat sources. Product contains highly flammable materials.
Be careful when focusing light: Do not leave lenses in direct sunlight as they can create a focal point.
Glue use:
When using glue, follow the manufacturer's safety instructions. Work in well-ventilated rooms and avoid skin or eye contact.
Intended use:
The kit may only be used in accordance with the enclosed instructions. Independent modifications may affect the functionality and safety of the built model.