Max Maths, Year 5, Try it, Creating patterns with 2 lines of symmetry

In the 'Let's Try It' activity from Max Maths for Year 5, students are encouraged to explore and understand the concept of symmetry through creative pattern-making. The task involves identifying and completing patterns that have two lines of symmetry. Students are presented with a partially drawn pattern and are tasked with finding the two lines of symmetry using a mirror. This hands-on approach not only makes the learning process interactive but also helps students visualise and comprehend the idea of symmetrical patterns in a tangible way.

For both parts (a) and (b) of the activity, the challenge is similar: students must determine where the lines of symmetry are and then use this information to draw the missing parts of the pattern, ensuring that the completed design is symmetrical with respect to both lines. This exercise not only reinforces the mathematical concept of symmetry but also encourages precision and attention to detail in drawing. It's an engaging way for students to apply their understanding of symmetry to create visually appealing patterns while enhancing their spatial reasoning skills.