Unit Plan
Other

Ic Teachers: Rotational Symmetry

For Students 9th - 10th
This website contains a basic explanation of what rotational symmetry and rotational symmetry order is. Some practice problem identifying rotational symmetry order are also given.
Unit Plan
Other

Gobierno De Navarra: Movimientos Y Transformaciones en El Plano

For Students 9th - 10th
Interactive figures to learn about symmetry and translation. [Requires Java.]
Graphic
Other

Symmetry Around the World

For Students 3rd - 7th Standards
This resource provides information about symmetry, and everywhere it can be found.
Unit Plan
Clark University

Clark University: Dave's Short Trig Course: Transformations of the Plane

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Site that focuses on planar pattern and transformations within geometry. It also identifies different kinds of symmetry.
Handout
Other

Georgia Perimeter College: Parabolas

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides an examination of parabolas, both vertical and horizontal, and parabolic functions. It includes six examples and a chart showing how changes in the equation coincide with changes in the graph.
Activity
Other

Hstry: Transformations

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A unique geometry project that asks students to complete a transformation using a picture. Project includes instructions, examples, and quiz questions.
Graphic
Other

Showroom: All Uniform Polyhedra

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has pictures and information on many different types of polyhedra.
Activity
Other

Earth Measure: Native American Geometry Designs: Mathematical Landscaping

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
If you want to plant a class garden, this is a great resource for combining geometry, Native American studies, and rocks.
Unit Plan
Other

Symmetry in Architecture

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides real world examples of symmetry in architecture, including pictures of each kind of symmetry, examples, acknowledgements, and a bibliography.
Handout
Other

Matematicka Secke: Universal Symmetry

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses how useful symmetry is to Physics.
Activity
The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute Online: On Reflection

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an activity site to learn more about reflective symmetry. In order to complete this activity you will need a mirror.
Lesson Plan
Arizona State University

Arizona State University: Symmetrical Design

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Here, at this site from the Arizona State University, is a simple lesson plan for math or art teachers in the primary grades. Students create their own symmetrical design based on Pennsylvania barn signs. Also has a link to a site with...
Rubric
McGraw Hill

Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Self Check Quiz on Transformations

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Students show comprehension of advanced mathematics skills in Geometry. The questions check understanding on transformational geometry. Topics include translations, symmetry, and rotations.
Lesson Plan
Success Link

Success Link: Flying Into Spring

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Here are two lesson plans that apply geometric concepts to design objects. The first involves students as a group following step by step instructions on making a kite. After the review of geometry vocabulary, in cooperative groups the...
Activity
University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: National Flags

For Students K - 1st
During the Olympic and Paralympic Games many national flags will be on display. This activity explores 2D shapes, angles and symmetries in the context of flag designs, and is designed to be accessible to primary pupils at Key Stage 2.
Activity
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Nctm: Figure This: Upside Down (Pdf)

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
What lowercase letters read the same both upside down and right side up? If you have the answer, then you can handle this geometric symmetry math challenge. A one-page activity from the NTCM Math Challenge for Families collection....
Interactive
Mangahigh

Mangahigh: Shape: Rotational Symmetry

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your knowledge of rotational symmetry.
Interactive
Mangahigh

Mangahigh: Shape: Lines of Symmetry

For Students 9th - 10th
Identify the lines of symmetry of the given shape.
Interactive
Mangahigh

Mangahigh: Shape: Planes of Symmetry

For Students 9th - 10th
Determine the planes of symmetry of a shape.
Interactive
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Nctm: Illuminations: Mirror Tool

For Students 9th - 10th
This interactive tool helps student visualize symmetry. The exploration provided by the site helps students explore reflective symmetry. [Requires Java.]
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Geometry: Lines of Symmetry

For Students 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Understanding symmetry and identifying lines of symmetry
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Geometry: Lines of Symmetry

For Students 7th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Distinguish between line symmetry and rotational symmetry
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Invertebrate Evolution

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of the major events in invertebrate evolution.
eBook
Other

National Research Council: Elementary Particle Physics

For Students 9th - 10th
The Committee on Elementary-Particle Physics, part of the U.S. National Research Council, presents this massive report on particle physics. It's a definitive document. Surprisingly readable, totally detailed. Start with the Table of...