Publishing Organization
Geometer’s Sketchpad
Description/Annotation
Steven Rasmussen. “Tessellations & Islamic Art.” This workshop investigates what types of polygons can be used to tessellate the plane and how Islamic artists have approached their craft. Download the workshop materials:
Download: Workshop Sketch
Download: Mosque Tiling Investigation
Download: Tessellation Activity Worksheets
Download: Symmetry Group Flowchart
Download: Annotated Bibliography
Type of Resource
Interactive website
Topic Category
- Islamic art
Grade Level
- Middle School
- High School