![]() Tessellation is when you put shapes together to create a pattern without gaps between the shapes. However, that’s very narrow, and doesn’t capture the breadth of meaning of tessellations in math, nature, and design. The dictionary definition of tessellations is to arrange in a mosaic pattern. Here, we introduce this fun type of pattern and guide you through how to make tessellations. Tessellations can use simple geometric shapes (such as squares and triangles) or much more complex or irregular shapes (such as stylized birds or fish) that have been designed to fit together neatly in a repeating pattern. You can also use pieces of clay, bits of gummy candies, or other similar (sticky) material.A tessellation pattern is one composed of shapes without gaps or overlaps. The best material for this is mini marshmallows you can stick the ends of the toothpicks into the marshmallows to connect them.
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