All you need to have a go at the tasks in this feature is plenty of paper, preferably in different colours.
Can you picture the shapes you'll get when you fold a piece of paper along the creases shown in the photos? Make those shapes in different sizes and then create a patchwork pattern.
We're looking forward to seeing your creations!
Can you picture the shapes you'll get when you fold a piece of paper along the creases shown in the photos? Make those shapes in different sizes and then create a patchwork pattern.
We're looking forward to seeing your creations!
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Paper partners
Age
5 to 7
Challenge level
Can you describe a piece of paper clearly enough for your partner to know which piece it is?
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Paper patchwork 1
Age
5 to 7
Challenge level
Can you work out what shape is made when this piece of paper is folded up using the crease pattern shown?
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Paper patchwork 2
Age
5 to 7
Challenge level
Have a go at making a few of these shapes from paper in different sizes. What patterns can you create?
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Repeating patterns
Age
5 to 7
Challenge level
Try continuing these patterns made from triangles. Can you create your own repeating pattern?
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Exploded squares
Age
5 to 7
Challenge level
This practical activity challenges you to create symmetrical designs by cutting a square into strips.
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Straight to curves
Age
5 to 11
Challenge level
How can you make a curve from straight strips of paper?