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Mirror Symmetry/Mirror Images
Young scholars explore lines of symmetry in geometric shapes. In this geometry lesson, students construct angles using mirrors and rubberbands, then predict the number of images that will appear in the reflection. Young scholars...
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Science and Math Lab (Students Look at Symmetry in Nature)
Learners study patterns. For this symmetry in nature lesson, students examine objects to determine what type of symmetry they have. They work in small groups to rotate through stations that have objects for them to study.
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Butterflies and Bugs
Symmetry, line, shape, art, and math are all connected through a fun hands-on craft. Included are instructions to a classic activity, where learners create butterflies to show symmetry in nature and then discuss symmetry in math. It is...
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Describing Animals
While a short review of animals and their classifications, this could be useful when discussing this topic in the classroom. There is a list of questions at the end to help review the main ideas. Reptiles, amphibians, and mammals are...
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Invertebrates
Students examine invertebrates. In this animal classification instructional activity, students discuss invertebrates and bilateral symmetry. They discuss the importance of horse shoe crabs in medical science.
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Radial Design Mandala
Learners design original radial art designs.In this radial design lesson, students use compasses and a nature inspired idea to create radial art. Learners understand the use of symmetry, balance and design shapes in continual patterns....
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Biology: Butterfly Activities
Second graders examine various types of butterflies and insects around their school. They identify differences between beetles and butterflies. Students examine books about butterflies, complete symmetry drawings, and make ladybug key...
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Animal Characteristics
Allow your students to review what they learned about animal characteristics with this PowerPoint. This slideshow includes 9 multiple choice questions and an answer key at the end. Tip: You can use this as an assessment by having your...
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Pattern Using Unit Cells
Learners explore the pattern of the unit cell. In this science lesson plan, students color the unit cells on a worksheet and create a pattern using unit cells.