Mathematical Japanese Kokeshi Figures

Explore Japanese culture, properties of shapes, and transformations on the plane while creating figures based on a traditional Japanese Kokeshi doll!

Grades covered: 6 through 9
Curriculum Topics: Patterns & Relationships, Symmetry, Volume of Spheres & Cylinders, Transformations on the Plane, Japanese Culture, Artistic Exploration

Standards

Idea Sheets are cross-referenced to subjects listed in the Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, and California Content Standards.

Categories include:
  • Visual and Performing Arts
  • Grades 6-8
  • Art
  • Math
Tags: Social Studies, Geometry, Arts & Crafts
Subjects covered: ["Math","Social Studies","Art"]