Maths in Motion at the Gallery of Modern Art

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Modern One 1st Jan-31st Dec 10.00am-3.00pm Free

Best suited for Early, First and Second Levels

Download the resource or book a free self-led visit to the gallery, to explore pattern, scale, shape, symmetry and maths in motion!

The resource offers six activities to ignite interest in both maths and art. We’ve put together a slide show ready for use in your setting.

Activities include symmetry, balance, speed, moving objects and pattern. Questions and tasks are deliberately open-ended to encourage learners to problem solve and develop their creativity skills.

To book a visit, please heck out our website for further details, or contact learning@nationalgalleries.org for info.

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