Creating Islamic Patterns from Folded Shapes

Year: 2009 Authors: E.B. Meenan; B.G. Thomas

Core claim

Paper folding offers a quick, accessible classroom alternative to compass-and-ruler constructions for making Islamic patterns while supporting cross-curricular learning.

Topics

Islamic patterns, paper folding, classroom geometry, cross-curricular art

Domains

geometry, symmetry, tessellations, two-dimensional shapes, Islamic art, pattern design, visual design, craft

Methods

folded-paper construction, workshop activities, pattern assembly, classroom discussion

Media

colored paper circles, A-size paper, backing paper or card, folding diagrams

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