Freedom Quilts Challenge

Description

This webpage provides background knowledge on Freedom Quilts as they relate to a study of the Underground Railroad. Freedom quilts utilize geometric transformations in the creation of their designs. The challenge (linked in a PDF) asks students to recreate one of these patterns and quilt templates are provided (PDF) for the creation of a class quilt. Website links and literature suggestions are listed for further study.

Creator: Terry Kawas
Publisher: Mathwire.com
Last Updated: 8/2/2014

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2 Learning Standards

Teaches CCSS.Math.Practice.MP4
Model with mathematics.

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Teaches CCSS.Math.Practice.MP7
Look for and make use of structure.

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