Resource 4: Examples of symmetry in art and fabrics

Teacher resource for planning or adapting to use with pupils

Examples of symmetry in Islamic art

Adapted from: Islamic Architecture, Website, VCU Website, Artfles, Website

Examples of symmetry in Nigerian fabric patterns

The Nigerian flag is also symmetrical. Can your class find any other symmetrical flags?

Resource 3: Symmetry – lines and rotation

Resource 5: Polygons