Mo099 - Montessori Theorem Of Pythagoras

This activity provides a concrete representation of the Pythagorean Theorem using triangles, rectangles, and squares. It visually demonstrates that the area of the square built on the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle is equal to the sum of the areas of the squares built on the other two sides.

Features:

• Three Stages of the Theorem – Depicts different cases of the Pythagorean Theorem through three green metal plates.
• Step-by-Step Understanding – The first plate proves two sides of the triangle are equal, the second shows a 3:4:5 proportion, and the third (Euclid’s Plate) extends the theorem.
• Color-Coded Insets – Each plate contains specific geometric shapes for hands-on learning, including squares, rectangles, triangles, and parallelograms.
• Progressive Learning Approach – Introduced after mastering constructive blue triangles to build on prior knowledge.

Educational Benefits:

• Direct Objective – Helps children understand how the Pythagorean Theorem works.
• Indirect Learning Outcomes:
  • Develops problem-solving strategies.
  • Encourages logical communication and justification of conclusions.
  • Enhances creative thinking in devising solutions.

Contents & Dimensions:

• 1st Plate (Smallest): 19 x 19 x 1 cm
• 2nd Plate (Middle): 35 x 19 x 1 cm
• 3rd Plate (Largest): 42 x 19 x 1 cm
• Insets Include:
  • Red square and red rectangle
  • Blue square
  • Yellow square
  • White triangle
  • Blue parallelogram (only on the 3rd plate)
  • Yellow parallelogram (only on the 3rd plate)