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Tessellations are shapes which fitted together leave no unfilled spaces. We see this all around us in mosaics, floor tiles, ceiling tiles, Escher designs, building materials, and so on.
This interdisciplinary unit uses tessellations as a springboard for a week-long activity that integrates writing, mathematical investigation, art and technology. I use this in middle school, but it could easily be adapted for younger or older students.
I have used this in many ways to review topics, create displays for team units, "Back-to-School" introductions, and my favorite - "Year in Review". My most memorable topics included a tribute to 9-11 victims or illustrations of the Holocaust and WWII.
This activity can be adapted to absolutely ANY subject and makes for a great "get to know me" activity at the beginning of the school year (Think - Goals, dreams, favorite things, best friends, worst & best subjects, and the list goes on).
The LESSON PLANS include:
* Detailed instructions for math/art activities with pictures and examples
* Writing and reflection activities
* Bulletin board ideas
* Links to pictures, videos, tessellation software and WEB QUEST
* Lesson extensions
* Common Core Standards in math
Tessellations are shapes which fitted together leave no unfilled spaces. We see this all around us in mosaics, floor tiles, ceiling tiles, Escher designs, building materials, and so on.
This interdisciplinary unit uses tessellations as a springboard for a week-long activity that integrates writing, mathematical investigation, art and technology. I use this in middle school, but it could easily be adapted for younger or older students.
I have used this in many ways to review topics, create displays for team units, "Back-to-School" introductions, and my favorite - "Year in Review". My most memorable topics included a tribute to 9-11 victims or illustrations of the Holocaust and WWII.
This activity can be adapted to absolutely ANY subject and makes for a great "get to know me" activity at the beginning of the school year (Think - Goals, dreams, favorite things, best friends, worst & best subjects, and the list goes on).
The LESSON PLANS include:
* Detailed instructions for math/art activities with pictures and examples
* Writing and reflection activities
* Bulletin board ideas
* Links to pictures, videos, tessellation software and WEB QUEST
* Lesson extensions
* Common Core Standards in math
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The kids love this.
June 2, 2013 
brapha
cannot wait to use!!!
February 10, 2013
Debbie Palmer
Great Open House project
January 10, 2013
tmcguire
Nicely done.
November 24, 2012
DanielleGrant
Easy for kids to understand!
October 18, 2012
SavSec
I can't wait to use this! It is so creative and relevant - this will be a great way to review and display. Thank you!
October 14, 2012
COOL Algebra (TpT Seller)
Oh my! Please elaborate on how it's incomplete. I want to make this right!
October 1, 2012
mjdeiling
The kids loved this!
September 2, 2012
RachelleMcDowell
Great! Kids will have fun with this activity!
August 16, 2012
beanerbishop
Cool activity for my Seminar students!
August 5, 2012
ejwhite
Cute. Thanks!
June 25, 2012
stephjohn
Great Ideas!
March 25, 2012
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March 17, 2013
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Hello! I've re-uploaded the word file. I can change it to a pdf and send it to you directly if this doesn't work. I used the word file so that the document may be revised to fit your needs. Please let me know if this doesn't fix it. THANKS so much!!
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