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Symmetry in Paper Airplanes

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars explore symmetry.  In this geometry and scientific inquiry lesson, students design paper airplanes with middle line symmetry, as well as right, obtuse, and acute angles.  Young scholars measure the plane's angles...
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Mirror Symmetry/Mirror Images

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students explore lines of symmetry in geometric shapes. In this geometry lesson, students construct angles using mirrors and rubberbands, then predict the number of images that will appear in the reflection. Students reproduce lines of...
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Radial Design Mandala

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students design original radial art designs.In this radial design instructional activity, students use compasses and a nature inspired idea to create radial art. Students understand the use of symmetry, balance and design shapes in...
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Pattern Using Unit Cells

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Pupils explore the pattern of the unit cell. In this science lesson, students color the unit cells on a worksheet and create a pattern using unit cells.