Explore the properties of geometric shapes with this set of scaffolded tangram patterns task cards and cut-out tangram templates.
Play with Geometry Using Tangram Patterns
Triangles, squares and rhombi, oh my!
In its simplest form, geometry helps us understand how theanglesand lengths of sides make up the forms we see in our world. We use geometry to engineer structures, design products, build machines, create art, and more!
To play Tangram Treats, students will use the included tangrams to create2D-shapeddesigns like a triangle, swan, boat, fish, key, heart, horse, plane, shoe, cat, helicopter, and rocket.
Each design is broken into three difficulty levels for students to build upon as they learn the properties of triangles and parallelograms:
- Level 1— tangram shapes and designs in colour
- Level 2— tangram shapes and designs in black
- Level 3— tangram shapes and design silhouettes in black
Students can use classroom tangram blocks to recreate the designs or the cut-out tangram shape templates we’ve included with this download.
Scaffolding + Extension Tips
Download the interactive Google Slides version of this activity to use in your shapes lesson. Project a tangram design for your class and call up students to place a tangram and build the design as a group.
Support students who need help understanding the concepts by referring them to a classroomshapes posteror anchor chart.
Challengefast finisherswho already understand the concept to start on the black silhouetted designs first.
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More Activities with Our Tangram Patterns
A team of dedicated, experienced educators created this resource for students to work on independently in theirmaths groups.
However, check out our suggestions for using this activity to reinforce your small group and full-class lessons too:
☀️ Warm-Up
Project a task card on the board for the whole class to see and provide students with tangrams. Students will use the projection as a map and rebuild the design at the desk.
Relay Race
Divide students into two teams and line them up, each with their own set of tangram shapes. Show a task card to the students at the front of each line andset a timer. The student that produces the correct tangram design first wins the task card. The team with the most task cards at the end of the game wins!
Easily Prepare This Resource for Your Students
使用下拉图标the Download button to choose between the full-colour and low-colour PDF or interactive Google Slides versions of this resource.
Print on card for added durability and longevity. Place all pieces in a folder or large envelope for easy access.
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