Construct quadrilaterals with and without parallel and perpendicular sides
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use equipment to construct and compare quadrilaterals with and without parallel and perpendicular sides.
Key learning points
- Construction strips allow you to create different polygons.
- Lines are perpendicular when they are at right angles to each other.
- Lines are parallel because they are always the same distance apart.
Keywords
Polygon - A polygon is a 2D shape made up of three or more straight lines.
Perpendicular - Two lines which meet at a right angle are perpendicular.
Parallel - Parallel lines are straight lines that are always the same distance apart. They never get closer together or further apart.
Common misconception
Pupils may find it challenging to identify specific quadrilaterals e.g. trapeziums when making them out of construction sticks as it can be harder to see the properties.
Using a ruler to draw the shape, using the inside of the construction sticks, can support pupils in seeing and identifying the key properties to help them classify a quadrilateral.
Teacher tip
It is important that children construct polygons before they draw them. Construction materials are ideal however number rods or strips of paper can also be used to similar effect. See Additional Materials.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Select the triangles.
Q2.How many pairs of parallel sides do these shapes have? Match the shape with the correct number of pairs of parallel sides.
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Q3.How many pairs of perpendicular sides do these shapes have? Match the shape with the correct number of pairs of perpendicular sides.
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Q4.Look at this polygon. Match the different properties to the correct number.
is the number of sides.
is the number of pairs of parallel sides.
is the number of pairs of perpendicular sides.
Q5.How many pairs of parallel sides does this polygon have? pairs of parallel sides.
Q6.How many pairs of perpendicular sides does this polygon have? pairs of perpendicular sides.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the start and end of the statements correctly.
meet at a right angle.
always stay the same distance apart.
Q2.This quadrilateral has one right angle.
What else do you know?
Q3.Which statements about this polygon are true?
Q4.Look at this quadrilateral.
Match the properties with the correct numbers
is the number of right angles.
is the number of pairs of parallel sides.
is the number of pairs of perpendicular sides.
Q5.Look at the polygons. Which statements are true?
Q6.Look at the polygons. Which statements are true?
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