Another way to build transformations is to use patty papers. Patty papers are small 6" square papers that are similar to tracing paper. In the two-sided transfer technique, you manipulate the patty papers to draw transformations for figures. To make your own patty paper using the steps below, you will need a straightedge and tracing or wax paper.
| Step 1 | On a blank sheet of paper, draw a square with 6" inch sides. Use a pencil or pen to make the border. |
| Step 2 | Cut the square from the paper. That's it! |
On each of the tabs below, there are instructions for creating simple rigid transformations such as translations, reflections, and rotations using patty papers.
Translations
Reflections
Rotations
To translate a figure using patty papers, follow the three steps below.
To reflect a figure using patty papers, follow the three steps below.
To rotate a figure using patty papers, follow the three steps below.
