Symmetry Butterfly Puzzle
Professor O will help you learn: Making a butterfly whose wings match exactly teaches line symmetry, where one half mirrors the other. Recognising patterns and mirror images is an important part of maths and visual problem-solving.
⚠️ If using paint, cover the table; wash hands afterwards.
Play through the project step by step, with narration read aloud.
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Steps
Tap any step to play from there — the narration plays inside the player.
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