Shape Symmetry
This worksheet uses what students have already learned about symmetry and combines it with a bit of a logic puzzle. Sure to be a head scratcher.
It is a part of a larger unit that was designed to enable students to describe translations, reflections and rotations, as well as identify the line and rotational symmetries of 2D shapes.
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Learning goals
- We are learning to describe and perform translations, reflections and rotations of shapes and to identify symmetries.
- We are learning to describe translations, reflections and rotations of two-dimensional shapes and to identify line and rotational symmetries.
Curriculum alignment
AC9M5SP03
9
Describe and perform translations, reflections and rotations of shapes, using dynamic geometric software where appropriate; recognise what changes and what remains the same, and identify any symmetries
ACMMG114
8.4
Describe translations, reflections and rotations of two-dimensional shapes. Identify line and rotational symmetries
MA3-1WM
old
Describes and represents mathematical situations in a variety of ways using mathematical terminology and some conventions
MA3-2WM
old
Selects and applies appropriate problem- solving strategies, including the use of digital technologies, in undertaking investigations
MA3-3WM
old
Gives a valid reason for supporting one possible solution over another
MA3-15MG
old
Manipulates, classifies and draws two-dimensional shapes, including equilateral, isosceles and scalene triangles, and describes their properties
MA3-3DS-01
new
Visualises, sketches and constructs three-dimensional objects, including prisms and pyramids, making connections to two-dimensional representations
Australian Curriculum covers QLD / SA / WA / NT / TAS / ACT.
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