Maths
Reflection in Lines Parallel to the Axes
Identify, describe and represent the position of a shape following a reflection in a line parallel to an axis.
MathsAge 11+25 minutes
What this topic covers
- Reflect a point in a vertical mirror line (x = a) or a horizontal mirror line (y = b).
- Reflect a shape vertex by vertex and join the image.
- Recognise that the image is the same size and shape but flipped, and the mirror line is the perpendicular bisector of each point-to-image pair.
Core concept summaries
Key ConceptsReflecting a PointReflecting a ShapeLines Away from the Shape; the Distance Trap
Practice formats pupils may meet
NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.
clozematchingquiz