--- product_id: 56981870 title: "Praxinoscope Animation Toy | Optical Toys - Traditional Classic Toy, The Build Your Own All-Paper Crystal Animator ™" brand: "eye think" price: "497CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: false reviews_count: 4 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/56981870-praxinoscope-animation-toy-optical-toys-traditional-classic-toy-the-build store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 6 years and up 27.69 x 21.59 x 1.27 cm 100 g Praxinoscope Animation Toy | Optical Toys - Traditional Classic Toy, The Build Your Own All-Paper Crystal Animator ™ **Brand:** eye think **Price:** 497CFA **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Animate Your Imagination! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Praxinoscope Animation Toy | Optical Toys - Traditional Classic Toy, The Build Your Own All-Paper Crystal Animator ™ by eye think - **How much does it cost?** 497CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/56981870-praxinoscope-animation-toy-optical-toys-traditional-classic-toy-the-build) ## Best For - eye think enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted eye think brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Design:** Easy to store and transport for on-the-go creativity! - • **Educational Fun:** Boost literacy and spatial awareness while playing! - • **No Hassle Assembly:** Dive straight into fun—no cutting or gluing required! - • **Perfect for All Ages:** A timeless classic that entertains both kids and adults! - • **Unleash Your Creativity:** Craft your own animations with 18 unique strips! ## Overview The Praxinoscope Animation Toy is a traditional optical toy that allows users to create mesmerizing animations with ease. Featuring 18 animation strips and a simple handle rotation mechanism, this all-paper crystal animator is perfect for ages 6 and up. No assembly is required, making it an ideal educational tool for enhancing literacy and spatial awareness while providing endless fun for both kids and adults. ## Description Praxinoscope as Seen in the opening sequence for 2012 Film: Mirror Mirror. The Build Your Own All-Paper Praxinoscope also known as CRYSTAL ANIMATOR Drop in one of the 18 animation strips, look in the mirror of your Crystal Animator and rotate the handle between your palms. You won't believe your eyes! Yellow giraffes come to life and gallop, blue dolphins leap and splash and monkeys swing from vine to vine. Kit assembles in minutes; no cutting or gluing required. Build Your Own All-Paper CRYSTAL ANIMATOR Our new build your own all-paper crystal animator puts the magic of animation in your hands! Drop in one of the 18 animation strips, look into the mirror and rotate the handle, you wont believe your eyes! The pictures come to life and MOVE! ## Features - Look into the mirror and rotate the handle - Rotate the handle between your palms - 18 Praxinoscope animation strips - No cutting or glueing required - Fun for kids and adults alike! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Package Dimensions | 27.69 x 21.59 x 1.27 cm; 100 g | | Manufacturer recommended age | 6 years and up | | Educational Objective(s) | Literacy & Spacial Awareness | | Number of Game Players | 1 | | Assembly Required | No | | Material Type(s) | Paper | | ASIN | B00785V4A0 | ## Images ![Praxinoscope Animation Toy | Optical Toys - Traditional Classic Toy, The Build Your Own All-Paper Crystal Animator ™ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51CES1PDUdL.jpg) ![Praxinoscope Animation Toy | Optical Toys - Traditional Classic Toy, The Build Your Own All-Paper Crystal Animator ™ - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/2176UyykGnL.jpg) ![Praxinoscope Animation Toy | Optical Toys - Traditional Classic Toy, The Build Your Own All-Paper Crystal Animator ™ - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21CGgCe-LWL.jpg) ![Praxinoscope Animation Toy | Optical Toys - Traditional Classic Toy, The Build Your Own All-Paper Crystal Animator ™ - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/316I43FmtqL.jpg) ![Praxinoscope Animation Toy | Optical Toys - Traditional Classic Toy, The Build Your Own All-Paper Crystal Animator ™ - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31-yOiINgSL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars a nice traditional toy *by B***N on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 July 2017* made of card, but i love the simplicity and traditional nature of this toy,i was explaining to a nephew how animation worked and this was a perfect follow up gift.like that it has a variety of images as well as blanks to make your own ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars I like it, however I found it a little expensive ... *by B***4 on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 November 2014* I like it, however I found it a little expensive for something made of card.I like it, However, I found it a little expensive for ssomething made of card. The postage of over 4 pounds I thought excessive as it came in a flimsey plastic bag with no packing as such. Other wise a nice thing and a talking point for adults. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Really simple toy and easy to make *by N***Y on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 August 2013* This toy comes flat packed and so needs to be assembled, this was easy to do and fun to make.A really effective toy which i found educational and entertaining. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/56981870-praxinoscope-animation-toy-optical-toys-traditional-classic-toy-the-build](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/56981870-praxinoscope-animation-toy-optical-toys-traditional-classic-toy-the-build) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-14*