Unit 8

Geometry

"In this unit, students will use models and drawings to create a variety of views (front, top and side) of three-dimensional objects. They will discover that more than one 2-D drawing can be created for each object depending on the viewpoint of the observer. Students will apply their knowledge of transformations to tessellations. They will create their own tessellations and make connections to tessellations that occur in their environment. As students learn to describe the position of objects in structures and pictures, and transform and construct shapes, the development of spatial sense is supported. Developing a good understanding of representing 3-D objects and transformations will better prepare students for the higher order mathematics they will study in high school and beyond. Engineering, carpentry, surveying, interior decorating and architecture all require a strong knowledge of geometric concepts. Being able to visualize spatially and analyze changes in objects increase students’ higher order thinking skills which are crucial in our technological and information based society." - Grade 8 Curriculum Guide

Below are some items that may be helpful. Most notes and the like are posted into your Google Classroom.

Some videos and practice to keep you caught up from NL teachers? Here ya go! OR HERE!

3D Geometry: A site to help visualize 3D point of views for Unit 8.

Design a Tessellation: Design a tessellation for Unit 8.