Grade 6 Mathematics - Geometrical Thinking
Explore the Geometrical Thinking strand of the Grade 6 Mathematics curriculum. Develop skills in understanding and applying geometrical concepts, transformations, and spatial reasoning.
Grade Six Expectations for Geometrical Thinking
Essential Learning Outcome 1: Explore and Analyse Geometric Shapes and Relationships
- Use language and gestures that describe shape, objects, and space orally and in writing
- Describe a picture or object in real world contexts or an object undergoing a transformation
- Identify and categorize various types of quadrilaterals based on their characteristics
- Compile comprehensive lists of geometric properties for each type of quadrilateral
Specific Curriculum Outcomes
By the end of Grade Six, the learner will be expected to:
Inclusive Assessment Strategies
Assessment strategies that provide information about learning:
- Observations: Geometric construction and transformation processes
- Conversations: Spatial reasoning and geometric property discussions
- Products: Geometric drawings, tessellations, and 3D models
Sample Assessment Tools:
- Geometric construction rubrics
- Angle measurement accuracy checks
- Transformation portfolio assessments
- Tessellation design projects
Inclusive Learning Strategies
Additional Resources and Materials
Manipulatives
- Geometric shapes and pattern blocks
- Protractors and angle measurers
- Rulers and straightedges
- Compasses for circle construction
- 3D geometric solids and nets
- Tangrams and tessellation materials
- Coordinate grid boards and markers
- Transformation mirrors and tracing paper
Digital Resources
- Virtual geometry construction tools (GeoGebra)
- Interactive angle measurement activities
- 3D shape exploration software
- Transformation and tessellation games
- Educational videos on geometric concepts
- Online coordinate plane activities
- Virtual protractor and ruler tools
Recommended Reading
- "Geometry and Spatial Sense" by Catherine Twomey Fosnot
- "Teaching Geometry According to the Common Core Standards" by Laurie Boswell
- "Developing Geometric Reasoning in Grades K-8" by Douglas Clements
- "Transformational Geometry" by Richard Brown