Make and draw quadrilaterals on circular geoboards
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can make and draw quadrilaterals on circular geoboards and name quadrilaterals according to their properties.
Key learning points
- Join four dots on the edge of the circle to create a quadrilateral.
- Use the properties of the quadrilateral to decide if the quadrilaterals are different or the same.
- Work systematically to create all the different possible quadrilaterals.
Keywords
Quadrilateral - A quadrilateral is a polygon with four straight sides and four vertices.
Vertex / vertices - A vertex is the point where two lines meet. The plural is vertices.
Parallel - Parallel lines are straight lines that are always the same distance apart. They never get closer together or further apart.
Common misconception
Pupils find remembering the types and properties of quadrilaterals challenging.
Take time to repeat and revisit the key properties within the lesson and beyond. Consider providing a scaffold for some pupils so they can create quadrilaterals without having to recall the specific properties each time.
Teacher tip
This lesson focuses on different types of quadrilaterals. Take time to ensure that you have a secure understanding of the definitions of each. You may wish to create some unusual examples to share.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Tick the shape which is a trapezium.
Q2.Match the shape name to the number of vertices it has.
Q3.True or false? These lines are all parallel to one another.
Q4.Complete the sentence. This quadrilateral has pair(s) of perpendicular sides.
Q5.Complete the sentence. This polygon has pairs of parallel sides.
Q6.Select the correct three shapes the pentagon has been decomposed into.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Select the quadrilaterals.
Q2.Select the parallelogram.
Q3.Select the properties of this polygon drawn on a circular grid.
Q4.What is the name of this polygon?
Q5.Select the parallelograms which are not rectangles.
Q6.What is the difference between a parallelogram and a trapezium?
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