Resource 4: Examples of symmetry in art and fabrics

Teacher resource for planning or adapting to use with pupils

Examples of symmetry in South African art

Adapted from: Axis Gallery, Website

Example of symmetry in South African fabric patterns

Adapted from: Axis Gallery, Website

Examples of symmetry in African flags

The following African flags are also symmetrical. Can your class find any other symmetrical flags?

Resource 3: Symmetry – lines and rotation

Resource 5: Polygons