Properties of shape - Lines of symmetry - Worksheet

Children are introduced to the concept of symmetry with a hands-on worksheet that focuses particularly on vertical lines of symmetry. The activity encourages children to cut out various shapes and fold them to discover whether they possess a vertical line of symmetry. Once they've identified symmetrical shapes, they are instructed to tick the correct ones on their worksheets. This practical approach is complemented by tasks where children are asked to draw lines of symmetry on simple shapes, enhancing their understanding of geometric principles and fostering precision in recognising symmetrical patterns.

As the children progress, they encounter more challenging shapes and are tasked with cutting, rotating, and folding these shapes to explore symmetry from different angles. The worksheet provides an opportunity for them to confirm their findings by ticking the shapes that exhibit a vertical line of symmetry after being rotated. Additionally, the worksheet includes reasoning and problem-solving sections where children are asked to complete the other half of shapes mirrored along a vertical line of symmetry and to consider how many four-sided shapes can have such a line. This deepens their comprehension of symmetry and allows them to apply their knowledge to a variety of geometric scenarios, while also encouraging them to articulate their reasoning.