GEOMETRIC PATTERN

Short description

Geometric Patterns is a mathematics/geometry game that deepens understanding of different geometric transformations.

Target audience

Grade 7-10

Topics covered

Geometric transformations: central symmetry; reflection; rotation; translation; dilation

Gameplay

Teams are given picture cards; they have to recognize and explain the depicted geometric transformation they see. They must recreate these transformations by using the symbol cards they have. The first team who does that scores victory points. There are simple and advanced gameplay options. In the simple game, teams should find only one geometric transformation on a picture card and form their transformation pattern using 2 small symbol cards. In the advanced level, teams should find all the possible geometric transformations on a picture card and form their transformation pattern.

Outcomes

Recognition of geometric transformations and different geometric patterns.

Skills learned

Creative thinking

Cooperation in a team

Communication skills

Duration: 30 – 45 minutes

Number of players: The whole class

Application possibilities

To introduce the subject before teaching geometric transformations

For review, after teaching geometric transformations