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Upper elementary and middle schoolers explore the properties of various polygons. They use video, resource links, and engage in hands-on activities in order to construct geometric nets. This fine plan should lead to increased understanding of polygons and the study of geometric shapes in general.

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polygons, 2-d shapes, 2-d

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polygons, three-dimensional objects, math
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Grade
5th - 8th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
4 days
Instructional Strategies
Modeling
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Technology
Video

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