Symmetry in Nature Art Ideas
Symmetry in nature is everywhere. When teaching symmetry in art or math you can use symmetry in nature drawing pages to assist in your teaching. Symmetry in nature drawing is available for all grade levels and is perfect to use in the classroom or homeschool setting. Learn more about symmetry in nature below!
Symmetry in Nature
Symmetry is a fundamental concept in nature and can be observed at various levels and scales.
Here are some examples of of where symmetry in nature can be found:
Symmetry in shells
Symmetry in snowflakes
In plants
In animals
In crystals
In waves
Symmetry in the human body
You can introduce students to symmetry by showing them pictures or examples of symmetry in nature to get them to understand what symmetry is. Then students can practice and apply their knowledge of symmetry with symmetry in nature drawing pages.
Symmetry in Nature Drawing Pages
Symmetry in nature drawing pages are downloadable PDF pages that you can print and photocopy to use year after year.
Learn about the benefits of symmetry drawing here!
Symmetry drawing is great for:
Easy ready to go sub plans
Indoor recess/rainy day activity
To celebrate holidays
To learn about symmetry in math or art
To practice and refine their drawing skills
The symmetry drawing pages are printed on plain and grid paper. The grid paper makes it easier for students to count the squares and measure the design to create a more realistic drawing.
Symmetry in Nature Drawing for High School
· 34 different pages of leaves (symmetrical half) printed on blank paper
· 34 pages of leaf symmetry printed on grid line paper
68 pages total
· 34 different pages of trees (symmetrical half) printed on blank paper
· 34 pages of tree symmetry printed on grid line paper
68 pages total
· 44 different pages of flowers (symmetrical half) printed on blank paper
· 44 pages of flower symmetry printed on grid line paper
88 pages total
· 65 different pages of landscapes (symmetrical half) printed on blank paper
· 65 pages of landscape symmetry printed on grid line paper
130 pages total
· 39 different pages of insects (symmetrical half) printed on blank paper
· 39 pages of insects symmetry printed on grid line paper
There are 432 pages in this bundle - you can save 30% by purchasing the bundle. Click the button below to purchase the button.
Symmetry in Nature Drawing for Middle School
There are 273 pages in this bundle - you can save 30% by purchasing the bundle. Click the button below to purchase the button.
Included in the symmetry in nature drawing bundle:
88 pages of insect drawing - 44 pages printed on plain paper and 44 pages printed on grid paper
88 pages of trees/leaves drawing - 44 pages printed on plain paper and 44 pages printed on grid paper
88 pages of flower drawing - 44 pages printed on plain paper and 44 pages printed on grid paper
Not only can you use these symmetry in nature drawing pages for teaching symmetry but you can use them as an art lesson, teaching botany or anatomy. They also make a fun and easy Earth day lesson!
Symmetry in Nature Drawing Activity - Nature Mandala
There are 27 pages in this symmetry in nature drawing activity.
Here’s What’s Included:
teacher instructions page with a list of 8 artists students can research and be inspired by (bonus page)
What is a Mandala page
What is Land Art page
What is Radial Symmetry page
How to Plan your nature mandala page
What to collect for your nature mandala page
Checklist to make a quality nature mandala page
2 pages of mandala examples
13 pages of nature mandala examples
5 mandala planning pages
rubric for nature mandala
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