Step 1 Objective

Identify lines of symmetry in simple shapes, and recognise shapes with no lines of symmetry.

Examples of what pupils should know and be able to do

Probing questions

What do you look for when trying to decide whether a shape has at least one line of symmetry?

Talk me through what you notice in these shapes.

How do you go about finding lines of symmetry in a shape?

What if pupils find this a barrier?

Take digital pictures of various everyday objects, identifying symmetries.