Paper Tangram Chinese Puzzle Pattern Color Book Printables for Children
Tangram puzzles are fun to create and solve and also help teach geometry and improve spatial ability and spatial-temporal reasoning skills in children of all ages.
These miniature-tangrams use the properties of the triangle to determine the particular dissection of each "tan" piece while attempting to stick with the traditional 7 "tan" dissection rule.
Print these minitangrams-tangram puzzles on white or colored cardstock or regular paper. Use markers or crayons to color the tangram, if desired, then cut out the tans (pieces) with scissors.
Tangram felt-board games: Make several kid sized felt-boards with 12" x 12" squares of cardboard covered with dark-colored felt fabric. Hint, old LP covers are about the right size and work great! Trace the tangram designs onto brightly colored felt or foam sheets, cut the tans out of the tangram, and make fun traveling games for children.
Provide pencils and pads of plain paper so children can keep a diary and re-draw and record the different shapes.
Children will enjoy discovering how many different shapes and designs they can make by rotating and assembling the tangram puzzle pieces.
