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2D shapes
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Islam UK - tessellation
(Numeracy curriculum - MSS2/L1.1)
Islamic art can provide interesting stimulus material that can be used to discuss and identify tessellation. Find out more about geometry and meaning in Islamic art from the BBC Religion and Ethics site.
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2-D Megashapes
(Numeracy curriculum - MSS2/L1.1)
A lively, interactive site aimed at 7-10 year olds which explores the properties of 2-D shapes. First visit the Teachers page to read the guide to the site.
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Changing Rooms
(Numeracy curriculum - MSS2/L1.2)
Take some inspiration from the Changing Rooms team. Draw a simple floor plan to show the layout of your classroom. Those with a passion for DIY can go on and draw a floor plan of their dream room.
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3D shapes
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Practical examples of 3D shapes
(Numeracy curriculum - MSS2/L2.1)
Thanks to Bob W who sent in this idea.
Use practical examples to demonstrate shapes; such as an empty Toblerone packet for a triangular prism, a piece of dowelling (say 25 mm diameter) for a solid cylinder and a Rubik Cube to explain the concept of volume and three dimensions.
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Moving shapes
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Send us your inspirations!
We currently don't have any ideas for moving shapes.
If you have a teaching inspiration for this section please email it to us at skillswise.resources@bbc.co.uk or post it to the Teaching ideas section of the Messageboard.
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