2D representations of 3D shapes

  • The development of spatial and geometric thinking: 5 to 18
    article

    The development of spatial and geometric thinking: 5 to 18

    This is the first article in a series which aim to provide some insight into the way spatial thinking develops in children, and draw on a range of reported research. The focus of this article is the work of Piaget and Inhelder.
  • Thinking 3D
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    Thinking 3D

    How can we as teachers begin to introduce 3D ideas to young children? Where do they start? How can we lay the foundations for a later enthusiasm for working in three dimensions?

  • Geometry and Gravity 1
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    Geometry and gravity 1

    This article (the first of two) contains ideas for investigations. Space-time, the curvature of space and topology are introduced with some fascinating problems to explore.
  • Placeholder: several colourful numbers
    problem

    Which face?

    Age
    14 to 16
    Challenge level
    filled star empty star empty star
    Which faces are opposite each other when this net is folded into a cube?
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