Plot points to complete a polygon worksheet

In an engaging worksheet designed for KS2 students, the objective is to develop their understanding of coordinates and shapes by plotting points to complete given polygons. The first activity requires squared paper or a blank one-quadrant grid, along with a set of single-digit cards numbered 1 to 10. Students begin by selecting four cards to generate two sets of coordinates, which they then plot on the grid to form a straight line. From this starting point, the children are tasked with drawing a polygon, using the initial line as one of its edges, and determining the coordinates for the remaining vertices. To add variety and increase the level of difficulty, the activity suggests modifying the number of sides of the polygon or choosing more complex shapes.

The second activity continues to reinforce the concept of coordinates and shape creation. With squared paper or a blank grid, children are prompted to plot a single point and then challenged to draw as many different shapes as possible by adding three more points. Variations of the activity involve altering the number of additional points to plot, such as two or five, to create a range of geometric figures. The third activity encourages collaborative learning, where children take turns drawing simple straight-sided shapes on the grid and then communicate the coordinates to a partner. The partner plots these points and connects them to replicate the shape. To ensure clarity and aid in error correction, it's recommended that students use different coloured pencils for each new shape and label each point with its coordinates. This series of activities not only promotes the practical application of plotting points but also enhances the students' ability to visualize and create polygons based on specified coordinates.