The exploration, discovery, and generation of attractive two-dimensional designs as an approach to informal geometry and spatial learning is discussed. Six activities with brief instructions are presented. (CW)

Describes five skills underpinning the understanding of geometry for primary and lower secondary mathematics students. Skill categories identified include (1) visual; (2) verbal; (3) drawing; (4) logical; and (5) application. Gives examples of skills appropriate for Van Hiele levels 1-3. (MDH)