Get your students thinking, moving, and analysing with the engaging Symmetry Scavenger Hunt! This hands-on, movement-based activity is designed to help students deepen their understanding of line symmetry through interactive visual tasks. With 20 task cards to explore, students will be identifying symmetrical shapes, recognising correct lines of symmetry, and building essential geometry skills—all while having fun.

Each task card presents students with a set of images. Depending on the card, they’ll either identify which object has a line of symmetry or select the image that correctly shows the line of symmetry drawn in. The visual variety and changing question types keep students engaged and allow them to practise symmetry concepts in different ways.

Designed for flexible use, these task cards can be displayed around the classroom, hidden in creative spots as part of a scavenger hunt, or simply laid out on tables for independent or group exploration. Whether you’re introducing symmetry, reviewing a topic, or setting up a maths rotation, the Symmetry Scavenger Hunt is a versatile and active way to reinforce this key concept.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Identify 2D shapes and objects that have a line of symmetry
• ✅ Recognise and interpret correct lines of symmetry in visual representations
• ✅ Apply knowledge of symmetry in a variety of formats and question styles
• ✅ Engage in active learning through movement and exploration
• ✅ Strengthen reasoning and decision-making in geometry tasks

What’s Included:

• 20 full-colour symmetry task cards featuring a variety of objects and shapes
• Mix of two task types:
  • Identify the object with a line of symmetry
  • Choose the image with the correct line of symmetry drawn
• Student recording sheet for tracking answers
• Answer key for easy marking or class discussion
• Teacher instructions and suggestions for use

Materials Needed:

• Printed task cards (preferably on card or laminated)
• Student recording sheets
• Pencils or markers
• Blu Tack or clips to display cards around the classroom (optional)

How to Use:

1. Print, cut, and optionally laminate the task cards for durability.
2. Decide whether to use the cards as a scavenger hunt or tabletop task.
3. Place or hide the cards around the classroom or learning space.
4. Give each student or pair a recording sheet to complete as they work through the tasks.
5. Review answers as a class using the answer key or peer marking.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Incorporate into a maths rotation focused on geometry
• 💡 Use as a warm-up or brain break activity during symmetry lessons
• 💡 Set up as a fast-finisher or extension task during independent work time
• 💡 Hide the cards outside for an outdoor symmetry scavenger hunt

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Print on coloured card for added durability and visibility
• 💛 Use as an assessment tool to gauge student understanding of symmetry
• 💛 Pair students up to encourage discussion and collaborative thinking
• 💛 Add clipboards for easy recording while moving around the room

Symmetry Scavenger Hunt is a dynamic and flexible way to bring symmetry to life in your classroom. With visual variety, movement, and meaningful practice, it’s the perfect addition to your geometry toolkit.