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There's no parallel to a great resource. Scholars take part in three lessons in which they investigate parallel lines in real-world situations. They search for and take pictures of parallel lines in and around the school, develop artwork that includes parallel lines, and find parallel lines on street maps.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have a contest to see which classmate creates the most creative artwork, etc.
Classroom Considerations
- Learners should be familiar with angles created by parallel lines and a transversal
- Requires a variety of materials; see the resource for a complete list
Pros
- Provides some journal writing prompts
- Includes strategies for differentiation
Cons
- None