Class 6 Mathematics | The Circle

Maths Class 6 · Unit 16

The Circle

A path of equal distance · Eight parts · Diameter = 2 × radius

What We Learn Today

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Draw a circle with a compass

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State what a circle is

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Name the eight parts

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Work out diameter and radius

Activity

Drawing a Circle with a Compass

OPEN

Open the two arms of the compass as wide as you want.

HOLD

Press the needle down on one spot and keep it there.

SWING

Swing the pencil once all the way round the needle.

CHECK

See whether the pencil came back to where it started.

The notes are free to read in full.

Presenter notes: Start by holding up a coin or a bangle and asking the class what shape its face is.