Draw and Analyze Geometric Figures: Cue Cards (Gr. 6-8)

Description

In this lesson, students will work in small groups, programming Cue to draw triangles per a given set of conditions using the Sketch Kit. The objective is to recognize the conditions in which it is possible or impossible to draw a unique triangle or more than one triangle and explain the reasoning.

Objectives

  • Program Cue to draw a triangle(s) under given conditions (e.g., lengths of sides or measurement of angles)
  • Recognize conditions that would make it possible or impossible to draw a unique triangle or more than one triangle
  • Explain why it is possible or impossible to draw these triangles
  • Record their reasoning on a Cue Card
  • Recognize the attributes of equilateral, isosceles, and right triangles
  • Use a metric ruler to measure sides of triangles in centimeters
  • Use a protractor to measure angles

Curriculum Connections Summary

  • Ontario - Mathematics - Algebra (Coding)
  • Quebec - Mathematics
  • New Brunswick - Mathematics
  • Nova Scotia - Mathematics & ICT
  • Alberta - Mathematics, Art & ICT/CTF
  • British Columbia - Mathematics & ADST
  • Manitoba - Mathematics
  • Prince Edward Island - Mathematics
  • Saskatchewan - Mathematics
  • Newfoundland & Labrador - Mathematics
  • Yukon Territories - Follow's B.C.'s Curriculum
  • Northwest Territories - Follows Alberta's Curriculum
  • Nunavut - Follows Alberta's Curriculum


 

Robots and Accessories

Sketch Kit

Other Supplies

  • Sketch Kit marker attachment (1 per group)
  • Sketch Kit dry erase markers (1 set per group)
  • Wonder Whiteboard Mat and/or butcher paper (1 per every 2 groups)
  • Cue Cards (1 set per group)
  • Pencils
  • Metric rulers (1 per group)
  • Protractors (1 per group)
  • Tablets - See Tablet Compatibility

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Cue
Cue

Cue is an incredibly clever robot with a witty attitude that’s full of interactive surprises.