A definition and several examples of rotational symmetry. View two animations showing types of rotational symmetry, as well as real-life examples, including a dartboard and Ferris wheel.

An applet is used to explore the rotation symmetry of geometric shapes. [Requires Java.]

Investigate tessellations using this interactive Learn Alberta math resource. Students will explore transformations, namely line symmetry, rotation symmetry, and translation occurring within a tessellated pattern. Be sure to follow the...

Use Glencoe's randomly generated self-checking quiz to test your knowledge of lines of symmetry and rotational symmetry. Each question has a "Hint" link to help. Choose the correct answer for each problem. At the bottom of the page click...

This presentation provides a tutorial on symmetry. In the tutorial, you will do the following: learn about geometric symmetry, explore line or reflection symmetry, explore rotation symmetry, and explore translation symmetry and frieze...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students watch a video to determine if given shapes have rotational symmetry and then take an assessment to test their skills.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students examine shapes to determine if they have rotational symmetry. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem [1:31] and a set of...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this learning module, students are asked to look at 2D shapes and decide if they have rotational symmetry. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem and a set...

This multimedia Learn Alberta math resource looks at real world examples of transformations found throughout West Edmonton Mall. The accompanying interactive component asks students to predict transformations through looking at...

Analyze various shapes according to their reflective and rotational symmetries. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

Investigate the concept of symmetry at this test prep site. See detailed definitions and picture examples, answer the questions in the interactive practice pages, and do the classroom activity where students use a digital camera to...

This University of Regina site gives some history and definitions about translations and symmetry.

Dr. Math, in a reply to a student question, shows how to derive the equation of a parabola for situations when the line of symmetry is not || to one of the axes.

This site gives a definition of angle of rotation and provides some examples. There is also an interactive activity in which a JavaSketchPad page is provided for you to explore rotations. In addition, be sure to follow the links to...

In this instructional activity, students observe symmetry, geometric shapes, and angles in two Early American dances, and then choreograph their own dance with symmetrical figures. Media and teaching materials are included.

Use this internet lesson to explore different types of symmetry in nature. Learners examine line symmetry, rotational symmetry, and bilateral symmetry. An integrated math, language art, and art lesson. Acrobat Reader required.

The learning activity explores symmetry. Students combine mathematics and art as they investigate reflection and rotation symmetry.

In this tea store, the boxes all have different shapes! What do you know about shapes?

Sharpen your logic, symmetry, and pattern recognition skills while working on this challenge. Solution included.

A definition and examples of point symmetry, as well as links to information on rotational symmetry, reflection symmetry, transformations, and rotation.

Students learn about symmetry. Topics explored are reflection, rotational, and point symmetry. Examples and definitions are included.

This is a site from the Math Forum that gives visual examples to show the differences between the four different kinds of symmetry. Examples are given along with links to additional information.

What lowercase letters read the same both upside down and right side up? If you have the answer, then you can handle this geometric symmetry math challenge. A one-page activity from the NTCM Math Challenge for Families collection....

Students show comprehension of advanced mathematics skills in Geometry. The questions check understanding on transformational geometry. Topics include translations, symmetry, and rotations.