AC9M5SP01

Space > 2D / 3D

Australian Curriculum Version 9 Says:

Connect objects to their nets and build objects from their nets using spatial and geometric reasoning.

What this means

Link 2D nets to associated 3D objects.

  • This is the first mention of nets.
  • A net is a flat 2D shape that may be folded to form a 3D object.
  • No further mention is made of linking 2D nets to 3D objects in Year 6.

Tips

  • Break down 3D objects (boxes) to understand the net, then make your own nets and try folding them to form 3D objects.

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Resources & Manipulatives

These Quick Curriculum Guides have been designed to take a look at the Australian Mathematics Curriculum (AC9), explain terminology and provide interpretations.

Narelle and I have used our professional judgement to put forward what is appropriate for students at this year level.

Authors: Dr Paul Swan & Narelle Rice
We would like to also thank Linda Marshall and David Dunstan for comments and assistance.

These documents serve as general advice only and do not take into account your specific needs and conditions. While best care has been taken in compiling these materials, mistakes may exist.
Australian Curriculum version 9 materials used under Creative Commons licence from ACARA. Readers should always refer back to the curriculum itself and the state-based curriculum that is relevant for you.

This document is copyright of A-Z Type (Dr Paul Swan). A copy of this document may be downloaded from www.drpaulswan.com.au.