Curated OER
Tangram Geometry
Students listen to a story involving Tangram pieces. Students use Tangram pieces to complete shapes using an outline of a design.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Multicultural Math Fair: Navajo Burntwater Designs
Simple lesson designed to help young scholars learn the geometric concepts of translation, reflection, and symmetry by creating Navajo weaving patterns. Includes templates and instructions and is available in English and Spanish....
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Multicultural Math Fair: Sonya's Symmetry
Straightforward lesson designed to introduce learners to symmetry and reflection using MIRA mirrors. Includes two worksheets--instructions and activities are available in English and Spanish.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Multicultural Math Fair: Srinivasa's Spheres
Straightforward lesson that introduces students to pi by letting them measure real objects and solve a challenge problem. Includes instructions and a "Data Sheet" for keeping track of measurements. Available in English and Spanish.