Polygon Transformers

This guided discovery lesson introduces students to the concept that congruent polygons can be formed using a series of transformations (translations, rotations, reflections). As a culminating activity, students will create a robot out of transformed figures.
Resource ID#: 48156 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, GeoGebra Free Software (Download the Free GeoGebra Software)
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: Polygons, transformations, coordinates, congruent
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Problem-Solving Task,  Assessment,  Educational Software / Tool
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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