Woodard: How to Make A Telescope

Space is something that humans have been wondering about since the dawn of our existence. This instructional guide will assist you in making a telescope that can be used for viewing both terrestrial and extraterrestrial objects. This is guide will help you make a telescope out of materials that can be purchased at your local hardware or optical supply store.

Step 1: Materials You Will Need:

The materials you will need in order to complete your telescope include:

1. Some duct or masking tape (duct tape works better)

2. 2 magnifying lenses, magnifying glasses will work fine.

3.  A yardstick for measuring the distances between the two lenses

4.  A cardboard tube to act as the body of your telescope

5. An object to focus in on to help you get your lenses aligned properly

6. A pair of scissors for cutting slits in the cardboard tube