This is the digital light machine that allows children to create light sculptures by using seven freehand control knobs to manipulate 32 LEDs mounted on a spinning post under a 360 dome. In demonstration mode, the LEDs light up in different patterns, speeds, and directions to display any one of over 50 pre-programmed images, including a fountain, UFO, elephant, and pirate. A warp button spins, rotates, bounces, and disassembles images. An animation button plays up to 14 animated sequences, including a dragonfly, penguin dance, and blinking eye. Original light sculptures and animations may be created by using the knobs in tandem with normal, mirror, and kaleidoscope modes to draw, r otate, and invert images. Up to four original sculptures may be saved. Requires four C batteries. Ages 8 and up. 11" H x 8" W x 9" D. (2 lbs.)