Science Museum of Minnesota
Science Museum of Minnesota: Symmetry
In this lesson, explore the basics of symmetry with butterflies by making a balancing butterfly, observe photos of butterflies, and find the butterfly in the strata of the rainforest.
The Math League
The Math League: Symmetric Figure
This tutorial features several examples of symmetric figures to explain how the line of symmetry works.
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PBS
Pbs Mathline Lesson: Geometry, It's a Perfect Fit [Pdf]
This two-part geometry lesson plan has students identify, describe, and classify two-dimensional shapes. Students engage in hands-on activities including identifying shapes in the classroom, creating patterns with shapes, identifying...
Other
Finite Geometry Notes: Diamond 16 Symmetry Puzzle
At this site see if you can solve the "Diamond 16" puzzle. Change the patterns to create ordinary or color exchange symmetry. This is just one of several challenging puzzles at this site. Links to similar puzzles and games.
Other
Ic Teachers: Line or Reflective Symmetry
This website will provide you with a quick review of line or reflective symmetry. It also has questions and answers to help you understand line/reflective symmetry.
Other
American Mathematical Society: Mathematical Imagery
Stunning imagery of how mathematical concepts are used to created artworks.
Quia
Quia: Geometric Terms Flash Cards
Do you need practice remembering or learning different geometry vocabulary words and definitions? The flash cards at this web site are for you! There is a link to a list of terms with definitions you can click if you want to see if you...
Instituto Latinoamericano de la Comunicacion Educativa
Red Escolar: Simetrias
In Spanish. This activity is to create different figures which are symmetrical, and also find and learn about other types of symmetries.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 1 [Pdf]
Students sketch a complete graph using the indicated type of symmetry. The resource consists of an enlarged printable version of a graph available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 2 [Pdf]
Students sketch a complete graph using the indicated type of symmetry. The resource consists of an enlarged printable version of a graph available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 3 [Pdf]
Learners explore symmetry. The resource consists of an enlarged printable version of a graph available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 4 [Pdf]
Learners investigate symmetry. The resource consists of an enlarged printable version of a graph available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 9 [Pdf]
Learners complete the second half of a graph using y-axis symmetry. The graph is available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 10 [Pdf]
Learners complete the second half of a graph using x-axis symmetry. The graph is available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 11 [Pdf]
Students sketch the second half of a graph using origin symmetry. The graph is available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 12 [Pdf]
Students sketch the second half of a graph using y-axis symmetry. The graph is available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 13 [Pdf]
Students complete the sketch of a graph using y-axis symmetry. The resource consists of an enlarged printable version of a graph available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 14 [Pdf]
Students complete the sketch of a graph using x-axis symmetry. The resource consists of an enlarged printable version of a graph available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 15 [Pdf]
Learners use origin symmetry to complete the sketch of a given graph. The resource consists of an enlarged printable version of a graph available in PDF format.
Math Graphs
Houghton Mifflin: Math Graphs: Symmetry 16 [Pdf]
Learners use y - axis symmetry to complete the sketch of a given graph. The resource consists of an enlarged printable version of a graph available in PDF format.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt: Saxon Activity Center Real World Investigation: Symmetry Around Us [Pdf]
Use this internet lesson to explore different types of symmetry in nature. Learners examine line symmetry, rotational symmetry, and bilateral symmetry. An integrated math, language art, and art lesson. Acrobat Reader required.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Symmetry
This site gives a short interactive quiz which allows students to self-assess their understanding of the concept of symmetry.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Tangrams
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart uses tangrams to teach geometric principles. There are many opportunities for students to interact and practice with tangrams.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Tesselations
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is a visual instruction of tessellations. It displays a variety of tessellations throughout the world and in different cultures.