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From polyhedrons to platonic solids, here is a lesson that will have your classes talking! As an introduction to platonic solids, scholars cut and fold nets to create the three-dimensional solids. They use an interactive component to record characteristics of each. This is the fourth lesson in a series of five geometric solids lessons.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have learners complete the activity independently and discuss their results in small groups
Classroom Considerations
- Must have laptops with Internet access
- Expects pupils to be familiar with faces, edges, and vertices of three-dimensional solids
Pros
- Provides immediate feedback
- Highlights and reinforces key vocabulary
Cons
- None