Explore mirror lines and symmetry including symmetrical shape challenges and other super web links.
Great for 2 lines of symmetry. Children will love creating patterns and exploring symmetry. Many users report this link as broken, often it does work, but needs special software (called a plugin) to be installed on your computer. Your ICT coordinator or school technician should be able to help you with this matter. You'll then be able to fully enjoy this fantastic resource.

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This will challenge them. Enter the cooordinates in all four quadrants.
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Great animated introduction to rotational symmetry, using a snow flake to explain the concept. A cool site!
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A well explained and animated explanation from subtangent.
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A lovely site to use to introduce the topic. Lots of lovely visuals and animations.
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A super game with multiple choices, perfect for children who are getting to grips with the idea of symmetry.
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We'd use this as a bit of fun for children who have a confident grasp of symmetry.
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Sort the shapes into 1 line, 2 lines or no lines of symmetry.
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