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3-D Figures Lesson Plan3-D Figures Lesson Plan
Publisher
Virginia Department of Education
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Grade
8th
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Math
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Duration
1 hr
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Year
2011
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3-D Figures

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Scholars construct three-dimensional figures to study dimension and side views. Learners build models using linking cubes to match views of different sides. After practicing with models, they attempt to match three-dimensional drawings to sketches of different side views.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

3-d figures, math modeling, geometric patterns, cubes

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • After building models, have pupils draw views from different sides of the figure

Classroom Considerations

  • Activity requires linking cubes to build three-dimensional models
  • Allow time prior to the lesson to create matching cards

Pros

  • Suggests strategies for differentiation and extension
  • Builds new concepts from student background knowledge

Cons

  • None

Common Core

HSG-MG.A.3

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