Curriculum
Symmetry Space STEAM Lesson
This Symmetry Space STEAM lesson includes an intentional exploration surrounding symmetry in math and positive and negative space in art.
Dyan Branstetter
Dyan is a fifth grade teacher in a public school district in Lancaster, PA and has over 16 years of classroom experience. With a Masters of Science Education and a passion for dance and music, she strives to integrate the arts into the curriculum whenever possible. Dyan has a background in teaching advanced learners, and is devoted to using project based learning to help her students achieve 21st century learning skills and master the PA Core Standards.
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