Describe Translations, Rotations & Reflections (2)

Overview:

Students describe the transformation of objects using the terms 'translation', 'rotation', and 'reflection'. This worksheet encourages an understanding of how objects move or change orientation in space. Designed for students in years 5 and 6.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand and apply the concepts of translation, rotation, and reflection in geometry.
• Use appropriate terminology to describe transformations.
• Develop spatial awareness and visualisation skills.

How the Activity Works:

The worksheet provides a series of objects or shapes, and students are asked to describe how each one is transformed using the terms 'translation', 'rotation', and 'reflection'. They may need to identify or draw how the object moves (translation), turns (rotation), or flips (reflection). This activity helps students grasp key geometric concepts while practising how to describe transformations clearly and accurately.