How to make a pinhole projector with a cereal box to safely view an image of the solar eclipse [Video]

Excitement is building for the total solar eclipse on April 8.

A total solar eclipse is when the moon moves between the sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the sun and the sky will darken, according to NASA.

Despite the anticipation for the upcoming total eclipse or any other time, don’t look directly at the sun during the celestial event without protective eye gear, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses are one way to view the celestial event to help prevent potential vision loss.

And if you have no special eclipse glasses? No problem. All you need is a cereal box, printer paper, tin foil, and tape to make your own pinhole projector to safely view the solar eclipse at home with your back facing the sun. This setup with items from your house allows you to …