Basic Geometry

An introduction to the fundamental concepts of shapes, sizes, and the properties of space.

Basic Concepts

Spatial Thinking

Seeing Spaces: What Is Spatial Thinking?

Spatial thinking is the ability to imagine how shapes fit together or move around in space.

Why Is Spatial Thinking Important?

  • Helps us read maps and build things.
  • Lets us solve puzzles and play games like Tetris!

Ways to Practice

  • Rotate shapes in your mind.
  • Visualize folding a piece of paper into a box.

Connecting Shapes and Spaces

Understanding how shapes relate in space helps engineers design bridges and athletes plan moves on the field.

Examples

  • Packing a suitcase efficiently by arranging items of different shapes.

  • Working out which puzzle piece fits where in a jigsaw.

In a Nutshell

Spatial thinking lets you imagine and solve problems involving shapes and space.