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Ice Age Tessellations

Create your own Tar Pits themed tessellations!

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smilodon skeleton inside tar pits interior

Overview

Students will learn what tessellations are and take inspiration from the Tar Pits to create their own tessellations. This activity can be modified for many grade levels. 

Location

  • Classroom
  • La Brea Tar Pits Museum Gallery
  • Use these images to complete the activity without a museum visit.

Materials