Symmetry and Congruence

Symmetry: A figure has symmetry it it can be folded along a line so that the two halves match exactly.

Symmetry All Around

The reflection has symmetry but the water distorts the image.

• George Washington is on the right.
• Turn the picture around.
• Can you see difference? 

Congruent Figures: Figures that have the same size and shape.
Can You Find the Line of Symmetry?

[3] G-3 identifying, creating, or drawing lines of symmetry for real-world objects (e.g., block letters, flags, insects) (M5.1.3)