1. Tattoo Transformations A Study of Translations, Rotations, Reflections, Dilations and Symmetry Pictures from: http://www.pinterest.com/lindaestillette/hawaiian-tatau-tattoos/

2. Using overhead or other type transparencies and permanent markers (fine tips work well)…..

3. And copies of chosen tattoo design, have students trace the pattern(s) and then flip (reflect), slide (translate) or turn (rotate) ( AS SHOWN BELOW) the transparency to show movement of the shape(s).

4. Can you find rotations, reflections, translations, and/or dilations?

5. Students then label a copy of their transformations in order to show understanding of terms and concepts.

6. And rotational symmetry…

7. Example using color.

8. Good website resource about Tribal Hawaiian Tattoos http://www.mythichawaii.com/tribal- tattoos.htm