Nothing but net! Pupils learn to use nets to create a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional figure. The instructor explains each section of a net of a cube and then of a rectangular prism. 

Concepts

nets, geometric figures, cubes, prisms

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use manipulatives for learners to dismantle as they design their net drawings
• Learners should have previous experience with three-dimensional figures

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson is most likely review from earlier grades
• The 22nd lesson in this 40-part series of geometry lessons

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Colors in the pictures make the nets easier to visualize

Cons

• The cube looks more like a rectangular prism, which doesn't match the net drawing

Common Core

6.G.A.4