Exploring Radial Symmetry in Snowflakes

In this video tutorial, third-grade students learn to create a radially symmetrical snowflake using a circular piece of paper. The process involves folding the paper to create eight sections, designing a pattern, and coloring it with cool colors. The tutorial emphasizes the use of radial symmetry and provides step-by-step instructions for both creating the paper circle and designing the snowflake pattern.

What is the first step in creating a snowflake design?

• Coloring with cool colors

• Cutting out a circular piece of paper

• Drawing with markers

• Folding the paper into eight sections

What shape must the paper be before it is divided into sections?

• Circle

• Triangle

• Rectangle

• Square

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CCSS.6.G.A.4

How many sections do we divide the circle into for the snowflake design?

• Six sections

• Ten sections

• Eight sections

• Four sections

What tool is used to trace the folded lines on the paper?

• Crayon

• Colored marker

• Black marker

• Pencil

How many times is the paper folded to create the initial sections?

• Once

• Four times

• Twice

• Three times

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CCSS.1.G.A.2

What is the purpose of repeating the pattern in each section?

• To ensure radial symmetry

• To create contrast

• To use different colors

• To make it easier to fold

What pattern consistency is required across the snowflake design?

• The same in every section

• Alternating patterns

• Different in each section

• Random patterns

Tags

CCSS.4.G.A.3

Which colors are suggested for coloring the snowflake?

• Cool colors excluding green

• Warm colors like red and orange

• Any colors available

• Only black and white

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.3

What is the final step in the snowflake creation process?

• Drawing the outline

• Folding the paper

• Cutting the paper

• Coloring the design

Which tool is not used in the snowflake creation process?

• Ruler

• Scissors

• Glue

• Marker