The proof is given that, if three equilateral triangles are constructed on the sides of a right triangle, then the sum of the areas on the sides equals the area on the hypotenuse. This is based on one of the hundreds of proofs that exist for the Pythogorean theorem. (MP)

This guide is support material for geometry teachers in middle schools or high schools in South Carolina. The guide describes the content of each program in the television series and suggests further learning activities for the students. The geometry that underlies the world around us is presented through applications. Contents of the series…

This is one of a series of student booklets designed for use in a bilingual mathematics program in grades 6-8. The general format is to present each page in both Spanish and English. The mathematical topics in the booklet include points, lines, planes, space, angles, and intersection and union of sets. (MK)

This module, designed to help students find and identify various geometric shapes and solids, contains 26 worksheets. Topics covered by these worksheets include: identification and grouping of objects with particular patterns, work with pentagons, hexagons, spirals, and symmetry. Teaching suggestions are included. (MK)