Exploring Geometry and Engineering with Magna-Tiles
by Elizabeth Gonzalez
In this lesson, students explore geometric concepts such as shapes, angles, and symmetry. They apply engineering and design principles to create structures using Magna-Tiles. This gives students an opportunity to develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1BbxdQwmMY7bI5FUlJcsB7Tsq1sbtsFdn/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering Mathematics Geometry (G)
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