Transformations: Slides, Flips, and Turns
Introducing basic geometric transformations through hands-on activities.
Key Questions
- Explain how a 'slide' changes the position of a shape without altering its orientation.
- Predict the appearance of a shape after it has been 'flipped' or 'turned'.
- Compare the effects of a slide, flip, and turn on a given shape.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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