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Winter Wonderland / Snowflake Symmetry

Snowflake Symmetry

Children fold and cut paper snowflakes, exploring lines of symmetry and how repeating patterns form.

How to run it

  1. Talk about symmetry and show photos of real snowflakes with six points.
  2. Fold a paper circle or square into a triangle several times.
  3. Cut small shapes along the edges.
  4. Unfold to reveal the snowflake and find its lines of symmetry.

You will need

  • paper
  • scissors
  • pencils
Make it easier or harderPre-fold paper for younger children; older children can try six-pointed folds.
SafetyUse child-safe scissors.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Folding and cutting patterns builds understanding of symmetry and shape.

Fits these theme days

Winter WonderlandPaper Crafts DayChristmas in JulyScience WeekPi Day

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