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    Justify the Symmetry

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    Subject: Math

    Lesson Length: 30 - 40 mins

    Topic: Geometry

    Grade Level: 4

    Standards / Framework:

    Brief Description: In this lesson, students will explain how they know whether a sample object is or is not symmetrical.

    Know Before You Start: Introduce the term line of symmetry if your students aren’t familiar with it yet.

    Hook:

    • Read and discuss the sample comic.
      • What does the term symmetrical mean?
      • Who do you agree with?
      • Why?

    Activity:

    • Using the sample comic as a guide, have students create a three-panel comic depicting an object or building. 
    • The comic should include the following:
      • Panel 1: Using the “Background” tab, have students select a scene showing a building, geographical feature, or object.
      • Panel 2: Explain whether or not the sample shape has a line of symmetry.
      • Panel 3: Describe where that line is, and whether it is vertical or horizontal.

    Closure:

    • Have students confer with a partner to see if they agree with the justification each provided in their own comics.

    Differentiation:

    • Allow students to use the speech-to-text feature.
    • Allow students to use the voiceover feature to read their comics aloud.
    • Allow students to work in pairs or groups as needed.
    • Assign specific backgrounds to students as necessary.

    Resources:

    • Comic to print or display

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