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Unit Plan
George Eastman Museum

Animation: Illusion of Motion

For Students 9th - 10th
Check out these moving picture devices that came before the cinema. Includes instructions on how to make your own.
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Website
The Franklin Institute

Franklin Institute Online: Motion Photography

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the history of motion in photography. Eadweard Muybridge was very interested in photography and "had nothing to do but try" motion photography. Read his story here. Included are resources for the teacher and activities for...
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Activity
George Eastman Museum

George Eastman House: Create a Phenakistoscope

For Students 3rd - 8th
Phenakistoscope. You may not be able to pronounce it, but with these easy to follow instructions you can make one. Have fun creating one of the earliest cinematography devices and watch your pictures come to life. Includes a printable...
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Curated OER

George Eastman House: Create a Phenakistoscope

For Students 3rd - 8th
Phenakistoscope. You may not be able to pronounce it, but with these easy to follow instructions you can make one. Have fun creating one of the earliest cinematography devices and watch your pictures come to life.