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The Geometry of Letters Lesson PlanThe Geometry of Letters Lesson Plan
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Illustrative Mathematics
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3rd - 5th
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The Geometry of Letters

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Use the alphabet as a tool for teaching your class about geometric figures. Break apart capital letters into line segments and arcs. Classify angles as right, acute, or obtuse. Identify parallel and perpendicular lines. An excellent guided practice activity for familiarizing your class with these basic geometric terms.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

parallel lines, perpendicular lines, classifying angles, geometric

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classifying angles, parallel and perpendicular lines, geometric terms, math

Pros

  • Capital letters provide clear examples of basic concepts in geometry
  • Activity is designed to address Common Core State Standards

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  • None

Common Core

4.G.A.1 MP6 MP7

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