Lines of symmetry Art Unit
Lines of Symmetry Art Unit | Engaging Hands-On Activities
Introduce your students to symmetry, asymmetry, and radial symmetry with this fun and interactive art unit! This resource includes a teacher-guided slide-show, engaging hands-on projects, and worksheets to reinforce key concepts.
What’s Included:
Symmetric Monster Painting
Paper Sculpture Activity
Mandala Creation (Template & Design Worksheet)
Two Differentiated Worksheets for Practice
Teacher-Guided Slides with Concepts & Instructions
Perfect for integrating math and art, this unit allows students to explore symmetry in a creative and engaging way!
Christmas Lines of Symmetry - Math Pixel Art - Symmetry Reflection Drawings
The product includes a 10x10 grid filled with various Christmas-themed pixel art images. Each image contains lines of symmetry, providing the perfect opportunity for students to practice identifying and creating symmetrical patterns.
With a wide range of colorful and captivating designs. students will be motivated to explore the concept of symmetry. By coloring and completing the symmetrical patterns, students will develop their spatial awareness and critical thinking skills.
Teachers can use this product in various ways, from whole-class instruction to independent or small-group activities. It can be used as a warm-up exercise, a math center activity, or even as an assessment tool to evaluate students’ understanding of symmetry.
In this product, you will receive:
A PDF File Includes 6 pages.
6 Answer Key
A JPEG File Includes 12 Pages.
High-Resolution Files In PDF And JPEG Formats.
6 Christmas Designs
Butterfly symmetry template
Contains butterfly body template
photocopy half with lollysticks or provide lollysticks
Math Art – Rotational Symmetry – Mandala Patterns
A fun activity for your students when studying geometry or cultural celebrations such as Diwali (The Festival of Lights).
Students use the grid lines and lines of symmetry to help them draw the pattern in the other sections of the circle. The lines are light grey and they will become less visible after colouring.
Included:
♦ 3 different patterns
♦ Blank template (students can make up their own pattern)
For each of the 3 patterns:
♦ student template with grid lines.
♦ completed student template (great as a reference during the lesson).
♦ the pattern without the grid lines (could be used as a simple colouring activity if desired).
An example of what is included for each of the 3 patterns is included in the images.
Provided in 2 different paper sizes:
♦ A4 size paper
♦ Letter size paper
Make ... colour ... cut ... display
The blank template includes: grid lines, lines of symmetry, outer circle.
© Suzanne Welch Teaching Resources
Pixel Art Reflective Symmetry Pattern Worksheets for Kids
These worksheets are ideal resources for visual learners to learn how to recognize symmetrical shapes. Kids need to focus to perfectly recreate the shapes on the right. Each image contains a line of symmetry, providing the perfect opportunity for students to practice identifying and creating symmetrical patterns.
Teachers can use this product in various ways, from whole-class instruction to independent or small-group activities. It can be used as a warm-up exercise, a math center activity, or even as an assessment tool to evaluate students’ understanding of symmetry. A great addition to your math activity worksheets.
You will receive a PDF with 13 pages.
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Symmetry - Lines of Symmetry
This resource is proven to be a really good resource to supplement the concept of lines of symmetry at Year 3/4 or a simplification for that of Year 5/6.
Introducing Symmetry PPT
A 22 slide PPT that introduces symmetry in nature and then moves on to describe symmetry in pictures, patterns and shapes. I used it in parts over a series of lessons.
The presentation is animated and interactive, my class displayed crosses or ticks on whiteboards to indicate if images were symmetrical or not. Very comprehensive, just click and teach.
Valentine's Day - Symmetry
Each page contains either a word related to Valentine’s Day or images of hearts and flowers which can be reflected in the line or lines of symmetry.
• Symmetry with letters – 3 pages with different words
• Reflect the shapes – 5 pages with vertical, horizontal and diagonal lines of symmetry
Answers included.
Combined Symmetry (Lines and Rotational Symmetry) - Lesson and Worksheet
This whole lesson looks at Rotational Symmetry and Lines of Symmetry and is a consolidation lesson, which is vital for students to really be confident on both. It also looks at more keywords, such as irregular and regular shapes, and comes with an excellent double-sided worksheet with answers and another fun challenge activity. This lesson is ready to go, with no prep required. It is also great for home learning. 15 slide presentation + resources.
The lesson includes:
+ a starter
+ learning objectives (differentiated)
+ keywords
+ great teaching slides
+ lots of very clear examples
+ MWB activities
+ double-sided worksheet (with answers)
+ challenging and fun extension activity
+ Plenary
Geometry - All Lessons
ALSO:
+ Please provide a RATING with written feedback
+ Please email outstandingresourceshelp@gmail.com if there are any issues and we will respond within 24 hours
+ Lessons are flat-packed (limited editing) for copyright purposes
Thank you in advance for your support, purchase and feedback
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Symmetry - looking at symmetry in art Alhambra
PowerPoint containing examples of art from Alhambra, Spain famed for it's symmetrical art and architecture. Used with a year 4 class though probably accessible for a number of age groups.
Transformations, Rotational and Line Symmetry
Overview and explanation of the four transformations as well as symmetry. How to draw a transformation and how to describe a transformation.
Symmetry Worksheets
Lower, middle and higher ability worksheets.
Colouring in the symmetrical pattern.
Extension task with 4 quadrants and a draw your own grid.
Suitable for Lower KS2 or SEN Upper KS2.
Ladybird symmetry
This is a fun activity where children cut and stick the wings onto the ladybirds so that their spots are symmetrical.
Symmetry
Symmetry Lesson Plan and Printables – One Week Pack
Explore the fascinating world of symmetry with this Symmetry Lesson Plan and Printables for a Week. This ready-to-use pack provides clear instructions, print-and-go resources, and engaging activities to help students identify symmetry in both natural and man-made environments.
What You’ll Learn
Designed for Grade 3 students, this pack guides learners to recognise and describe symmetry in their surroundings. Throughout the week, students will explore concepts such as:
Symmetry
Midline
Reflection
Line
Congruence
Mirror
Axis of symmetry
Halves
Vertical and horizontal lines
By using precise mathematical language, students build both understanding and confidence in discussing symmetrical shapes and patterns.
Resources You’ll Need
To get the most out of this pack, gather a few simple tools:
Student workbook for interactive worksheets
Scissors, glue, and drawing tools (pencils, rulers, etc.)
Camera (optional) for extension tasks to capture symmetry in the environment
With these materials, you can create hands-on, engaging lessons that encourage observation, creativity, and critical thinking.
How It Works
Start by reviewing the instructions included in the pack, then print the worksheets and distribute them to your students. Each day of the week introduces new activities and challenges, gradually increasing in complexity. By the end of the week, students will confidently identify symmetry in a variety of contexts.
Preview Before You Purchase
Please read the description carefully and download the preview. The preview clearly shows everything included in this pack, ensuring it meets your classroom needs before you buy.
Important Information
This product is for personal use in a single classroom. If you wish to share it across multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses. Redistribution or sharing without the author’s consent is not permitted.
Symmetry - Year 5, Key stage 2
In this lesson, learners are able to recognise reflective symmetry.
Lesson can be used as whole class teaching by teachers and at home by learners.
There are lots of drag and drop activities with instant feedback.
To access the resource, unzip the files.
Open the index.html file.
The lesson can also be viewed offline.
Contains 24 Interactive pages
Summer Lines of Symmetry | Pixel Art - Reflection Drawings
This innovative product seamlessly blends the vibrant essence of summer with the captivating world of pixel art to create an engaging learning experience.
Summer Spectacles: Engage students in the bright and lively atmosphere of summer with meticulously crafted pixel art representations of iconic summer elements.
Lines of Symmetry Exploration: Foster a deeper understanding of symmetry through a carefully designed 10x10 grid. Students will discover and identify lines of symmetry within the pixel art creations, enhancing their spatial awareness and geometric comprehension.
In this product, you will receive:
A PDF File Includes 4 Pixel Art Symmetry
4 Answer Key.
A JPEG File Includes 8 Pages.
High-Resolution Files In PDF And JPEG Formats.
Lines of Symmetry (Drawing or Reflective Symmetry) - Lesson and Worksheet
This is a whole lesson that looks at Drawing Symmetry as well as Lines of Symmetry. This lesson is a lot of fun and gives students the opportunity to color as they think about symmetry. There is enough material for 2 lessons for some classes. This lesson is ready to go, with no prep required. It is also great for home learning. 15-slide presentation + ORIGINAL VIDEO CONTENT + lots of supplementary resources.
The lesson includes:
+ a starter
+ learning objectives (differentiated)
+ keywords
+ great teaching slides
+ lots of very clear examples
+ FULL ORIGINAL VIDEO CONTENT (7 MINS)
+ Helpsheet (handout)
+ Worksheet on Drawing Reflective Symmetry (with answers)
+ Worksheet on Lines of Symmetry (with answers)
+ Plenary
Geometry: ALL Lessons
ALSO:
+ Please provide a RATING with written feedback
+ Please email outstandingresourceshelp@gmail.com if there are any issues and we will respond within 24 hours
+ Lessons are flat-packed (limited editing) for copyright purposes
Thank you in advance for your support, purchase and feedback
#mathslessons #maths #secondarymaths #mathscenters #teachingideas #algebra #teacherslife #teachingkids #teachingmaths #mathsactivities #homeschooling #tesresources #teaching #mathsisfun #teachershare #teachertips #teachers #KS3 #KS4 #KS5 #igcse #learning #gcsemaths













