Concepts used:

Geometry

Patterns


Grade levels:

Grades 4-7


Subject areas:

Math

Art


Standards

NCTM

- Geometry

  1. -Representation

  2. -Technology


NETS*S

1b, 3a, 4a


Line Patterns (Kmz file)

Objectives

  1. •Create geometric line patterns

  2. •Construct “curved” lines from straight lines

  3. •Create art using lines, colors, and patterns


Lesson Description

Students will use the Google Earth path tool to connect markings in a geometric pattern of their design.  Beyond aesthetics, certain geometric principles of lines, line segments, and angles can be explored.  The students can be asked to describe how curves are made using straight lines.  Some design concepts are reminiscent of early video game graphics.


This activity is good for training students how to create paths, select colors, and save or send files with Google Earth.  Three templates are provided below, but teachers or students could create additional templates for different results.



Downloads:

Pattern Axes Templates - Google Earth Kmz file

Sample Line Pattern Design - Google Earth Kmz file



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