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In brief
ESA’s final Webb challenge, Fold your Webb, gets students to make their very own space mirror by following a step-by-step origami tutorial to create a model of the James Webb Space Telescope primary mirror.
In-depth
This activity provides a step-by-step guide for how to create an origami hexagon. It is linked to the James Webb Space Telescope’s primary mirror which is composed of 18 tessellating hexagons. Students can work individually or in groups to fold the hexagons, then attach them together to create a representation of the telescope’s primary mirror. Download the activity or follow the video tutorial. Click here for the full classroom resource.
| Download: | Teacher's guide and student worksheets |
| Age range: | 8 – 15 years old |
| Keywords: | Science, Mathematics, Arts, Webb, Telescope, Mirror |
We can’t wait to see your work! Don’t forget, you can also get involved with our Build your Webb and Pixel your Webb challenges. If you’d like to share your classroom project with us, you can do so here.
