MATH CIRCLE ACTIVITY 5 STRING ART PATTERNS (USING NAIL AND THREAD ON CARDBOARD TO MAKE GEOMETRIC SHAPES)

 MATH CIRCLE

ACTIVITY 5
STRING ART PATTERNS (USING NAIL AND THREAD ON CARDBOARD TO MAKE GEOMETRIC SHAPES)

DATE: 25-09-2025 DAY: Thursday

Objective:

To help students explore geometric patterns and symmetry through hands-on creation using string art, fostering spatial understanding, creativity, and appreciation for mathematical beauty in design.

Purpose:

To integrate art and mathematics by allowing students to visualize geometric properties such as symmetry, angles, polygons, and curves using straight lines. This activity promotes coordination, patience, and appreciation for patterns found in both art and mathematics.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this activity, students will be able to:

• Identify and create geometric shapes such as triangles, squares, and polygons using string patterns.

• Understand the relationship between lines, angles, and symmetry.

• Recognize how straight lines can form curves (envelope curves) through repeated patterns.

• Develop precision, creativity, and an eye for mathematical design.

Skills Developed:

Spatial reasoning, creativity, pattern visualization, fine motor skills, and mathematical connection to art.

Activity Rules / Guidelines:

Students work in small groups.

Each group uses a cardboard base, nails/pins, and colored threads.

Nails are arranged in a grid or circular pattern depending on the design.

Students connect points with thread to form straight lines that generate beautiful curved patterns.

They experiment with various designs — geometric shapes, flowers, stars, and abstract figures.

Students actively participating in the Mathematics Circle Activity — creating beautiful geometric string art patterns using nails and colored threads on cardboard. The activity helped them visualize mathematical concepts like symmetry, angles, and shapes through creative hands-on learning.

Procedure:

• Teacher introduces the concept of geometric patterns and shows examples of string art.
  
  

• Students plan their design on paper first.
  
  

• Nails are fixed on cardboard in a chosen layout (grid or circle).
  
  

• Colored thread is looped between nails according to the design plan.
  
  

• Students observe emerging shapes and symmetries.
  
  

• A classroom display is arranged showcasing all completed string artworks.
  
  

Teacher’s Observations:

Students were enthusiastic and deeply engaged throughout the activity. They demonstrated teamwork, patience, and creativity. Many could identify geometric properties like parallel lines, diagonals, and axes of symmetry. It was inspiring to see students link art with mathematics, expressing mathematical ideas visually.

Student’s Feedback / Reflections:

This was one of the most enjoyable Math Circle activities! I loved using colorful threads to create patterns and see geometry come alive. It helped me understand shapes, angles, and symmetry in a creative way. The activity made maths feel like art. I thank the PM SHRI Scheme for giving us this creative and joyful learning experience!
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