What do you do with this thing? I am a grandma. Help

I have purchased it for my son he is 4 year old and he is so excited to see this elusion/magic type of thing so its good for kids

can the effect be seen by a one-eyed person?

Depends on where they're looking, doesn't it?

Everyone says the frog is too big, but no one says how big an object will work well. What Size does the object have to be?

I had great luck using (A) a single Cheerio; (B) a Lego piece, the smallest one they make with a single bump on it; (C) a small marble; (D) a ‘Go’ game playing piece a bit less than 1/2” in diameter; (E) a dime. The problem with the frog which is about 1” in all dimensions is that from many viewing angles you go beyond the edge of what the mirascope can handle, so the frog only works perfectly from a very precise viewing position. The height of the object is more an issue than the diameter. The smaller items will work from many more viewing positions. Small items like the cheerio, for example, are startling how well it works — you would swear the cheerio is right there, but it’s not.

how does it work for a dog treat?

What dog doesn't like optical illusion? A treat for me and a treat for the dog to play with.

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Toysmith 3-D Mirascope Hologram Image Maker STEM Toy, Black, 6 inches | 3-D Hologram Viewer, Optical Illusion Toy, Science Desk Toy, Classroom Demo, STEM Activity, Small Object Display, Ages 8+

Product ID: 2637222

🎲Customizable object display

🧠Teaches optical reflection

🪞6-inch mirror illusion

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Description

🪞 See the unseen: holograms that defy reality and spark endless curiosity!

STEM LEARNING FUN - Explore the science of mirrors and reflections while impressing friends with your optical wizardry.
INSTANT 3 D HOLOGRAMS - Transform everyday objects into mesmerizing holograms that seem to float in mid-air.
CUSTOMIZABLE DISPLAYS - Swap out objects like coins or dice to create endless unique holographic effects.
COMPACT DESK READY DESIGN - Perfectly sized at 6 inches to spark conversation and wonder on any workspace.
INTERACTIVE OPTICAL ILLUSIONS - Engage your curiosity with illusions so real, your fingers pass right through them.

The Toysmith 3-D Mirascope is a 6-inch optical illusion device that uses mirrors to create realistic 3D holographic projections of small objects. Designed for ages 8 and up, it encourages STEM learning by demonstrating reflection principles without batteries or assembly. Compact and interactive, it’s perfect for desktop display and endless experimentation with different objects.

Specifications

ASIN	B000N5T8KA
Age Range Description	8 years
Best Sellers Rank	#28,132 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #28 in Magic Kits & Accessories
Brand Name	Toysmith
Color	Multi_color
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (4,589)
Educational Objective	Teach optical illusions and reflection principles
Global Trade Identification Number	00085761797475
Included Components	Illusion Maker
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	7 x 2.5 x 7 inches
Item Part Number	79747
Item Type Name	Toysmith 3-D Mirascope (6-Inch)
Item Weight	0.35 Pounds
Manufacturer	Toysmith
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)	180.0
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	96.0
Manufacturer Part Number	79747
Manufacturer Warranty Description	30 day warranty against manufacturer defects
Material Type	Plastic
Model Number	79747
Number of Players	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Power Source	manual
Size	6 inch
Sub Brand	Friends
Supported Battery Types	No batteries required.
Theme	Science Fiction
UPC	085761797475
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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