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Exploring the Properties of Rectangular Prisms.
Students define properties of rectangular prisms. In this geometry lesson, students identify the relationship between two and three dimensional objects. They use Cabri technology to graph their figures.
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Perimeter
Students examine the concept of perimeter. Students calculate the perimeter of a random shape on a grid. Students develop a better understanding of the concept of perimeter. Students calculate the perimeter of shapes.
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Tessellations
Seventh graders investigate geometric shapes using tessellations. In this geometry lesson, 7th graders practice tessellations using different shapes. They create different designs using tessellations.
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Equilateral Triangles
Students examine the attribute of equilateral triangles. In this equilateral triangle lesson, students examine a number of paper triangles to determine how they are classified. They determine how triangles are depicted in Navajo rugs.
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Math is Beautiful
Students explore how geometry is used on the composition of artworks by artists from different cultures. This instructional activity is equally suited for a Math or Art classroom at the late-elementary or early-middle school level.
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Triangles in Architecture
Students find triangles in the real world. In this geometry instructional activity, students analyze and identify properties of two and three-dimensional objects. They differentiate between similarity and congruence.
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An Introduction to Quadrilaterals
Students explore different types of quadrilaterals. Students define the terminology used with quadrilaterals. They create particular quadrilaterals based on specific characteristics of the quadrilaterals using an online tool.
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Designing a Quilt Pattern
Students create and color a one-patch quilt design based upon a regular hexagon. They examine quilts and photos of quilt designs, read a handout, and complete their quilt design on a worksheet.
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Perimeter and Area
Fifth graders identify the area and perimeter of a rectangle. In this perimeter lesson, 5th graders use geoboards and rubber bands to construct various rectangles. Students use the formula to calculate area and perimeter of the...
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Teaching the Bell Tetrahedral Kite
Pupils complete readings on kite making and kite flying. They analyze how the parts of a system interconnect and influence each other. Students identifies and uses color and form in a 3D artwork.
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Math Internet Scavenger Hunt
Students utilize online research skills to surf the Internet and complete an online scavenger hunt to find the answers to various mathematical questions.
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Pass It On
Fifth graders participate in a class activity that helps them learn some geometric terms along with their definitions. They describe relationships between two and three-dimensional shapes and analyze attributes and properties of...
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Barrels, Casks and other Curvy Containers: Math, Geomety, Art
Students construct a barrel or other curvy container and then estimate and gauge its volume.
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Math Whom Am I?
In this number recognition worksheet, students read the descriptions of the math terms and try to guess what each term is. Students circle the third letter in the boxes to check their answers.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Measuring Polygons an Introduction to Cabri Jr.
This activity is designed as an introduction to using the Carbri Jr. application on the TI-83+/84+ calculators. Students are guided through the menu system and are shown how to draw triangles, quadrilaterals and and a pentagon. Perimeter...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Polygons: Interior and Exterior Angles
A great resource where you can learn how to calculate the measures of the interior and exterior angles of any regular polygon with these tutorials. There are several practice pages for someone to try. The teacher resource page includes...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Geometry: Interior Angles in Convex Polygons
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This concept teaches students how to calculate the sum of the interior angles of a polygon and the measure of one interior angle of a regular polygon.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Geometry: Relation of Polygon Sides to Angles and Diagonals
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find interior angle measures of polygons by drawing diagonals to create triangles.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Geometry: Exterior Angles in Convex Polygons
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students find the measure of the exterior angles of a polygon. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional videos and...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Interactive Geometry: 1.3 Polygons
Explore the structure and measurement of polygons.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Quadrilateral Angles
Find missing angle measures in quadrilaterals. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Free Math Help
Free Math Help: Interior Angles of a Polygon
The Geometry tutorial discusses interior and exterior angles of a polygon. Sample exercises with explanations are included.
OER Commons
Oer Commons: Exploring Polygons
In this instructional activity, students explore different polygons by drawing them, measuring angles, and manipulating interactive sketches to find the angle sum for any polygon. Students also explore the angle measures in regular...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Investigating the Angle Sum Theorem of Polygons
This activity will allow students to use Cabri Jr. to find the sum of the measures of interior angles of convex polygons and visually see how the Interior Angle Sum Theorem works.