Unit Guide for Grade 4: Download PDF (4MB)
| Module | Teacher Notes | Presentation | Student Handout |
|---|---|---|---|
| Module 1 – Intro to Design | Download PDF (747KB) | Download PPT (18MB) | Download PDF (1MB) |
| Module 2 -Origami Kite | Download PDF (2MB) | Download PPT (23MB) | Download PDF (5MB) |
| Module 3 – Stamp for Printing | Download PDF (1MB) | Download PPT (12MB) | Download PDF (583KB) |
| Low Tech Module | Origami Kite (online) |
Full Packet for Grade 4: Download PDF (Coming Soon)
Additional Resources
Printable Rulers
Choose from 138 printable rulers, in PDF format, that you can download and print for free. Be sure to print at 100% or actual size so the rulers will stay true to size.
Puzzles and Visual Thinking Games
Scott Kim, puzzle master, has created lovely activities for exploring symmetry, math, and art. Several activities are appropriate for MPACT students. Great animations provide easy access to complicated activities. Classroom-ready materials.
History of Kites
History of Kites
American Kitefliers Association »
Line of symmetry
Ask students which of these Creative Commons images actually have a line of symmetry.
Navajo Sand Paintings
Navajo sand painting photos. Some have lines of symmetry, some don’t.
Symmetry of the Past and Present
This google site showcases the appeal of the universal design principle of symmetry in works of art. There are pieces from 2600 BC through today.
Africa, Symmetry, and Printmaking
Contains images of symmetry from African art and artifacts. Licensed for re-use.
Drip, Drip, Splatter Splash
Symmetric art your students can make with their names.