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Ross, Catherine Sheldrick – 1994
This book examines everything having to do with the triangle. It begins with a basic definition of the triangle and continues with discussions on tetrahedrons, triangular prisms, and pyramid shapes. Some ideas addressed include how triangles are used to measure heights and distances, the importance of triangles to builders, Alexander Graham Bell's…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Experiential Learning, Foreign Countries, Geometric Constructions
Ross, Catherine Sheldrick – 1996
This illustrated book examines everything having to do with the square. It begins with a basic definition of the square and continues by giving some examples of squares and other interesting historical information. Some ideas addressed include why cities are laid out in square blocks, how buildings are designed from squares and cubes, and how…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, Geometric Constructions, Geometry
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Silverman, Helene, Ed. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Presents techniques for developing spatial visualization while dealing with concepts of area, proportion, and symmetry. Provides the objectives, directions, extensions, answers, and worksheets for each of the four activities. Describes involving parents. (YP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometric Constructions