Middle schoolers explore placing a satellite into orbit, then about forces needed to keep an object in orbit. They examine how satellites orbit in elliptical paths and about properties of ellipses. They learn Kepler's 3rd Law of...

Students create a fabric poncho to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. They sample food and drink from Mexico and follow instructions to make the ponhco. They also discover the history of the holiday.

Third graders discover the main purpose for totem poles was to communicate with others. In groups, they compare and contrast the four types of totem poles and the various symbols used. They write their own stories based off of pictures...

Students complete a series of lessons involving Tukutuku patterns, their rotations and area formulae. They determine the algebraic formulae for sequences. They use images as they work through the lessons to find the number of crosses in...

Students are introduced to the characteristics of trigonometric functions. In groups, they analyze graphs of sine and cosine to determine the lengths of a triangle. They compare and contrast the graphical and numerical characteristics...

Third graders are introduced to new vocabulary related to Geometry. As each word is mentioned, they demonstrate the word with their body. In groups, they identify the similarities and differences between each line and angle. To end...

Fifth graders define the meaning of similar and congruent using concrete objects. They make similar and congruent figures using geoboards. They draw their figures on dot paper, and color their designs.

Students are introduced to the concept of architecture and how it has changed over time. In groups, they discuss how the places people have built reflects their values and needs. They use the internet to research the history of...

Students explore the concept of translations. In this translations instructional activity, students discuss similarities and differences between images and pre-images. Students apply translations to coordinates of figures. Students use...

Third graders explore the Fremont people and then make their own Fremont-Style pottery.

Young scholars investigate how geometry can be used in the field of fitness and physical performance. They view a video that demonstrates how doctors and therapists mention geometry as they treat sports-related injuries.

Students explore what happens to water as it goes from solid to liquid and back. In this state of matter lesson, students observe, measure, and describe water as it changes state.

In this mini-lesson plan, you will learn about the definition of geometric shapes and view many examples. You can check out the interactive simulations to know more about the lesson plan and try your hand at solving a few interesting...

A comprehensive list of 2D shapes and 3D solids with everything from a triangle to a dodecahedron. Includes illustrations and short descriptions of attributes for each.

Build a molecule in 3-D. Add single, double, and triple bonds, or a lone pair of electrons to an atom, learn what the molecule's geometric name is, see the bond angles, and manipulate each molecule to view it from all sides. Then study a...

Students use pattern shapes to explore geometry and fractions, creating their own designs, or filling in outlines. As they work with the shapes students explore geometric relationships, think about angles, investigate symmetry, and...

Students will be introduced to one of the basic elements of art shape by analyzing the types of shapes used in various works of art to differentiate between geometric and natural shapes. They will then create their own cut paper collage...

This interactive demonstrates why (a + b)2 = a2 +2ab + b2.

There are many other sequences that are based on certain geometric shapes. These sequences are often called Figurate numbers, numbers that can be represented using geometric shapes. Examples include square, triangle, and tetrahedral...

Students reflect on their work and apply what they've learned about the characteristics of geometric figures. Includes a learning game to be played with a partner.

This is an interesting project that explores which geometrical shapes make the strongest bridge truss structures. It is a good introduction to the engineering design process. You'll design three different trusses, and use online...

Using an engaging approach, this lesson requires students to record the volume of cylinders as a function of the radius. Students will construct and measure the volume of several cylinders and then begin comparing these shapes.

This resource allows users to test their geometry knowledge.

The designs found in Moroccan weaving and textiles often come from things of everyday life or from basic geometric shapes. Given on this site are seven examples of common designs for you to explore and enjoy.