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Line Symmetry

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Teach your class about symmetry lines with this resource. This worksheet defines symmetry and explains lines of symmetry and how they work. Learners examine a variety of examples before drawing lines of symmetry in 5 figures. The worksheet also prompts class members to use a mirror and folding to further demonstrate symmetry.

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lines of symmetry, reflections, symmetry

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line symmetry, symmetry, mirror image, symmetry lines, math
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3rd - 5th
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Math
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