Symmetry
and Tessellations
Developed by Laura Conkright
Honors Geometry
Symmetry
Symmetry can be found in nature, architect, humans, animals,
and many more places. During this lesson on the web you will
view many examples of symmetry. I hope that you gain a greater
understanding about the different types of symmetry while
completing this informative tour using your computer.
Please view the site Line
Symmetry & Rotational Symmetry - All you need to Know
+ Symmetry in the World, Symmetry Games, symmetry of the face,
Symmetry Quiz and Worksheets). Scroll down towards the
bottom of this first page and find the word “Next”.
Click on this word to go to a new page every time. You will
tour through many different sites. Some sites have interactive
parts….try clicking on some of the items that you find.
Others have questions and you can check your answers.
Questions to answer (Write answers in notebook):
How are line symmetry and rotational symmetry
alike and different?
Give 3 different examples of line symmetry and
3 different examples of rotational symmetry.
Why do you think you need to learn about symmetry?
Tessellations
Tessellations or tilings are found primarily
in designs such as carpets, wallpaper, and tiles. View this
site to learn about tessellations or tilings Introduction to Tilings
(Science U). There are several links to follow to view
examples of tilings. Could you create one on your own?
