Origami is the art of paper folding without the use of either scissors or glue. It is a excellent, relaxing activity for improving concentration, fine motor skills and visual reasoning.
Each of the beautiful and fundamental mathematical shapes described in this book is achieved by folding sheets of standard A4 paper. It is remarkable what can been done and David Mitchell gives clear step by step instructions for each. He has gathered together an collection which will amaze and interest mathematics teachers and other admirers of pure geometrical forms. This second edition extends the models considerably - adding 60 new pages of activities.
The models have been divided into Convex and Planar Polyhedra and Rhombic Polyhedra - using modular origami to the maximum effect. Full contents are:
Convex Polyhedra
Planar
Rhombic Polyhedra
An established classic, Mathematical Origami is used and referred to by recreational origami enthusiasts and teachers alike.
To introduce younger children to 3D shapes, see also Make Shapes 1 and Make Shapes 2, which include cut out templates for shape making.
ISBN 9781911093039
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