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1. Module 7

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Mathematics 10-3 Module 7 Lesson 8

Module 7: Trigonometry

Lesson 8: Spatial Reasoning Puzzles and Games

Focus

This illustration shows the geometric shapes of a tangram puzzle assembled into a square. Also shown are many other shapes and figures that can be formed by rearranging the geometric shapes.

The tangram is a popular puzzle thought to have originated in China well over two centuries ago. This type of puzzle was introduced to the Americas at the beginning of the nineteenth century. The tangram is still popular here in Canada and elsewhere!

Part of the tangram’s popularity is its union of geometry and art. The puzzle pieces that fit together to form a square can be rearranged to form countless shapes and figures, as shown in the image. What figures can you make using the same shapes?

In this lesson you will explore puzzles and games that involve geometric shapes. The tangram is one of these puzzles.

Lesson Questions

In this lesson you will explore these questions:

What are some strategies you can use to solve puzzles and win games?
How can you adapt a current puzzle or game to create your own puzzle or game?

Assessment

You will complete the Lesson 8 Assignment Booklet for assessment. Download the Lesson 8 Assignment Booklet and save it in your course folder now. You will receive instructions on how to complete the Assignment Booklet later in the lesson. You will also be prompted to continue working on the Unit 3 Project.

Remember to save all activities, including those that are not part of the Assignment, in your course folder.

Required Materials and Equipment

You will need half-inch grid paper, various puzzle templates, scissors, coloured markers, an old file folder or cardboard on which to glue the templates, and a glue stick.