Symmetry Discoveries

Zeta Symmetry Discoveries

Team Teachers: Mrs. Mierta & Mrs. Losito-Luprek
Unit: Zeta/7th & 8th Grade

Kappa Symmetry Discoveries
Winter 2007

Essential Question:

How do the fundamental properties of geometry affect geometric relationships?

Objectives:

  • Students will recognize real life models of reflectional symmetry and rotational symmetry.
  • Students will use the computer for resource throughout this research project. They will research on the Internet, copy and paste real photographs of architecture or other real life connections.
  • Students will create a booklet, using illustrations and write summaries of their findings typed using double-spacing.
  • Students will identify website locations that are accessed.

Helpful Information:

Symmetries Discoveries Booklet- All you need to know about your task, expectations, and rubric.
How To Create a Word Document with Graphics- Step-by-step tech directions for beginning your discoveries booklet.
Rotational Symmetry Example- Sample page of student work.
Reflection Symmetry Example- Sample page of student work.

Links:

Grolier Online - Media Center online encyclopedia subscription for accessing information and photos.
Google Images- Search google images (keywords to include: symmetry + nature, animals, buildings, architecture, etc.)

Symmetry Fun:

Is Brad Pitt Symmetrical?- Explore the symmetry of Brad Pitt's face.
How to Make a Symmetrical Face- Create a truly symmetrical face on the computer.