Snowflake Generator
See how the hexagon can be transformed into a snowflake with some basic translations.
Xmas Symmetry Pairs
Match the pictures with the description of their symmetry.
Polygons
Name the polygons and show the number of lines and order of rotational symmetry.
Transformations
Draw transformations online and have them instantly checked. Includes reflections, translations, rotations and enlargements.
Pattern Clues
An interactive activity challenging you to reproduce a pattern of coloured squares according to given clues.
Rotational Symmetry Pairs
The traditional pairs or pelmanism game adapted to test knowledge of rotational symmetry.
Symmetry Table Challenge
In how many cells can you draw symmetrical shapes with the given row and column headings?
This is the main Transum help video on Symmetry.
The science of symmetry
An illustrated talk about the notion of symmetry and how it applies to nature.
Symmetry, reality's riddle
Marcus du Sautoy' TED talk illustrating some aspects of symmetry.
Kite Maths
Can you make a kite shape from a single A4 size sheet of paper using only three folds?
Polygons
Name the polygons and show the number of lines and order of rotational symmetry.
Dice Reflections
A dice is reflected in two mirrors. What numbers can be seen?
Freemason's Cipher
Find symmetric words in this ancient cipher.
Match Fish
A classic matchstick puzzle designed to challenge your spacial awareness.
Mirror Maths
The bottom half of some symmetrical calculations are shown above. Can you work out the answers?
Reflective Cat
On squared paper copy the drawing of the face then reflect it in three different lines.
Rotational Symmetry
Draw a pattern with rotational symmetry of order 6 but no line symmetry.
Wrapping Paper
Find the order of rotational symmetry of the repeating pattern.
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Teachers might find the complete Symmetry Topic List useful.
This topic covers line symmetry and rotational symmetry. The innate appeal of symmetry can be found in our reactions to finding symmetry in natural objects, such as precisely formed crystals or seashells. Symmetry in art is another source of delight.
Understanding the mathematics of symmetry is the focus of this topic. Accurately drawing the reflection of an object requires an understanding of the relative positions of reflected points. Defining the position of the mirror line is important to find the position and orientation of the reflection.
The Wrapping Paper lesson starter makes it clear that for rotational symmetry, the position of the centre of rotation is very important.
Work on this topic can produce some excellent display work!
