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Lines of Symmetry

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Lines of Symmetry
3rd4th5thMath
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Summary

Learn about the definition of symmetry, lines of symmetry, & how to identify and draw objects that have symmetry.

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Teaching resources

Discussion questions

A few questions to talk through after watching Lines of Symmetry:

  1. Where in the video did the idea of lines of symmetry first "click" for you?
  2. Can you walk a partner through one of the examples in your own words?
  3. Where might you use lines of symmetry outside of math class?
  4. What part would you want to see one more time, and why?

Quick work-a-long

Try it:

  • In one sentence, tell a neighbor what lines of symmetry means.
  • Draw or write one example of your own, then check it against the video.
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