Geometric Solids and Their Properties

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Geometric Solids and Their Properties

Explore geometric solids and their properties with these interactive tools, beginning with an introduction to the faces of basic polyhedra; counting the number of faces, edges, and corners (vertices) in various solids; discovering Euler's Formula; constructing physical models of geometric solids; and identifying which geometric solids can be made from given nets.

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Contributed by: Illuminations; National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Author

This resource is included in the following PD Collection(s):
Developing Geometric ConceptsThis collection helps educators determine best practices for developing their students’ geometric thinking about shape and space. The resources include research and expert commentary about children’s capacity for understanding geometric concepts, as well as teaching suggestions and activities that can be used in the classroom.

Math TopicGeometry

Grade Level3, 4, 5, 6+

Resource TypeInteractive Media, Unit of Instruction

Additional Information
- AudienceEducator
- LanguageEnglish (USA)
- Education Topic
- Interdisciplinary Connection
- Professional DevelopmentNo
- ContributorIlluminations; National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Author
- Publication Date2000
- Rights© 2000 - 2011 National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
  http://illuminations.nctm.org/termsofuse.aspx
- AccessFree access
Standards
- Common Core State Standards for Mathematics
  Select a standards document:
- Geometry[K - 8]
- Analyze, compare, create, and compose shapes.[K]
- 4. Analyze and compare two- and three-dimensional shapes, in different sizes and orientations, using informal language to describe their similarities, differences, parts (e.g., number of sides and vertices/"corners") and other attributes (e.g., having sides of equal length).[K]
- Solve real-world and mathematical problems involving area, surface area, and volume.[6]
- 4. Represent three-dimensional figures using nets made up of rectangles and triangles, and use the nets to find the surface area of these figures. Apply these techniques in the context of solving real-world and mathematical problems.[6]

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Geometric Solids and Their Properties

Common Core State Standards for Mathematics