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Lesson 10 - Observing Symmetry
To encourage students to have fun on the Web while learning about Observing Symmetry, here are some games and interactive activities they can do on their own or in pairs.
Goals
Identify symmetry in the environment.
Represent symmetry in drawings.
Instructions for Use
The Symmetizer lets students observe symmetry in a kaleidoscope.
To use The Symmetizer, click the "Play" button and move the mouse over the screen. To change the design on the screen, click on the face in the centre circle. To understand the mathematics of The Symmetizer, click the "How?" button. Move through the reflection activities. Click the "Next" button to continue.