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Symmetry |
Patterns in Nature
Butterflies and moths are symmetrical, they have two equal sides. Symmetry means balanced proportions.
Mrs. Schmidt's class
spotted symmetry everywhere!Find One
Look closely at a butterfly or moth. See the patterns of color and designs in their wings. Do you see the symmetry?
Butterflies are examples
of bilateral symmetry.
Make your own balancing butterfly.
Collect:
- posterboard
- butterfly pattern
- markers
- scissors
- tape
- pennies
 color your butterfly pattern |
 cut the butterfly out |
 tape a penny to tip of each wing |
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Are all butterflies symmetrical? Go outside, look carefully at butterflies and other insects and start a collection of balancing bugs. What is the difference between a butterfly and a moth? |
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