Mathematical Russian Matryoshka Figures

Explore Russian culture and mathematical properties of proportion, scale, surface area, and self-similarity while creating a version of this nesting Matryoshka doll!

Grades covered: 6 through 8
Curriculum Topics: Proportions, Ratios, Scale Modeling & Scale Factors, Self-similarity & Fractals, Surface Area, Russian 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"]