An instructional video shows how to create nets for different types of pyramids. The instructor demonstrates the variation in the net as the type of base changes. 

Concepts

nets, pyramids, rectangular pyramid, triangular pyramid, edges, faces

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have learners create the nets in the video, cut them out and build the three-dimensional figures

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils should already be familiar with the concept of a net
• Use as an introductory video to surface area
• The 26th installment of a 40 video series

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Colors help to visualize the two-dimensional representation

Cons

• Visualizing the three-dimensional objects from only watching the video would be difficult; requires supplementing with a hands-on approach

Common Core

6.G.A.4