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Creating a working model to demonstrate the four types of triangles using a square box design that opens and hides information is a fantastic way to make learning interactive and engaging.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to making this model using cardboard, color paper, and chopsticks.
Materials Needed:
- Cardboard (for the base, square boxes, and center label)
- Color paper (for covering and labeling)
- Scissors or craft knife
- Glue or hot glue gun
- Markers or pens
- Ruler
- Chopsticks (for the opening mechanism)
- Brass fasteners or paper fasteners (for attaching the rotating disks)
Video step by step guide on types of triangles working model
1. Prepare the Base and Square Boxes
- Base Preparation:
- Cut a large square piece of cardboard for the base. Cover it with color paper for a neat finish.
- Square Boxes:
- Cut four smaller square pieces of cardboard. These will be the individual boxes representing each type of triangle.
- Cover these square pieces with color paper.
- Center Label:
- Cut a smaller square piece of cardboard for the center label. Cover it with color paper and write “Types of Triangles” on it.
2. Label and Attach Boxes
- Label Boxes:
- Label each box with one type of triangle. The four types of triangles are:
- Equilateral Triangle
- Isosceles Triangle
- Scalene Triangle
- Right Triangle
- Label each box with one type of triangle. The four types of triangles are:
- Attach Boxes to the Base:
- Arrange the four labeled boxes around the center label on the base.
- Attach them to the base with glue, ensuring there is enough space for the opening and closing mechanism.
3. Create Definitions and Examples
- Definitions and Examples:
- On each box, write the definition of the triangle type and draw an example showing the angles and sides.
- Use color paper to make the examples visually appealing and easy to understand.
4. Create the Opening Mechanism
- Chopsticks Mechanism:
- Attach a chopstick to each box with brass fasteners or glue. This will act as a lever to open and close the information flap.
- Information Flaps:
- Cut small pieces of cardboard to create flaps that can hide and reveal the information on each box.
- Cover the flaps with color paper and label them with “Open” on one side and “Close” on the other.
5. Assemble the Model
- Attach Information Flaps:
- Use brass fasteners to attach the flaps to the boxes. Ensure they can be easily lifted and lowered using the chopstick mechanism.
- Position the Flaps:
- Ensure the flaps are evenly spaced and can open and close without obstruction.
6. Final Touches
- Ensure Functionality:
- Check that all flaps can easily open and close to reveal and hide the information on each box.
- Add Visual Aids:
- Use different colors for different triangle types to make them stand out.
- Add small arrows or lines to clearly illustrate the sides and angles of each triangle.
Example Layout:
- Top Left Box: Equilateral Triangle with definition and example (all sides equal, all angles 60°).
- Top Right Box: Isosceles Triangle with definition and example (two sides equal, two angles equal).
- Bottom Left Box: Scalene Triangle with definition and example (no sides equal, no angles equal).
- Bottom Right Box: Right Triangle with definition and example (one angle 90°).
Steps to Make the Model:
- Base Setup:
- Cut a large square piece of cardboard for the base and cover it with color paper.
- Attach the center label to the middle of the base.
- Square Boxes:
- Cut four smaller squares for the triangle types and cover them with color paper.
- Label each box with the type of triangle and attach it around the center label.
- Definitions and Examples:
- Write definitions and draw examples on each box.
- Attach flaps to each box using brass fasteners.
- Attach chopsticks to the flaps to act as levers.
- Final Touches:
- Ensure all flaps open and close smoothly.
- Add visual aids and color coding for clarity.
By following these steps, you can create an interactive and educational model that demonstrates the four types of triangles effectively.