This
colourful hexagonal pyramid net is ready to print out for your next
mathematics lesson. The students can construct it & display it
in one easy lesson. The net is tagged with visual reminders of the
properties of a hexagonal pyramid i.e. it has six triangular faces
and one face that is a regular hexagon. This hexagonal pyramid net
is ideal for creating math displays.
This
3d shape net prints out on A4 paper
when you download it
Properties
of a Hexagonal Pyramid
(write these
up on card & display)
-
A hexagonal pyramid has seven faces.
- A hexagonal pyramidhas
12 edges
- A hexagonal pyramid has 7corners but
one is termed the apex.
A
Little Something to Think About
(write
these up on card & display)
-
Find a real world example of a hexagonal pyramid.
- If you stand a hexagonal pyramid on its side is it still a hexagonal
pyramid?
- Many educators believe that 3d shapes are NOT taught so students
remember the name of each shape. They think students should be able
to look at the properties of each shape and then use their thinking
skills to work out its name. What do you think?
Construction Hints
- score the hexagonal
pyramid net along ALL fold lines before attempting to assemble
- use a ruler to
aid scoring
- use sticky tape
on the tabs to assemble this shape rather than glue. It is much easier.
