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GEMS - Gateways to Exellence in Math and Science

How to build your GEMS flexahedron

Download and print the flexahedron (Adobe PDF PDF)
OR
See Bonnie Gordon in MP 3.220 to pick up your scored flexahedron.


Before you start you will need glue, tape, and scissors. It's best to work at a table or desk where you have plenty of room. Download Instructions (Adobe PDF PDF)
1. Cut out the flexahedron if necessary, and fold along all lines. Fold diagonally from top left to lower right; diagonally from top right to lower left, and finally all straight lines from top to bottom. GEMS flexahedron
GEMS flexahedron GEMS flexahedron
2. Make sure all fold lines are very flexible. Bend each back and forth a time or two to ensure ease of movement. Apply glue to the three largest grey tabs at the top.
3. Using the fold lines as a guide, roll the first tab around back and glue to inside forming two pyramids. Continue to roll and glue until you've created a chain of pyramids. Finish seams with clear tape where necessary.
4. Finally, take the two ends of your chain and bring together to form a circle. Apply glue to the two small remaining tabs and insert into the other end. Finish with clear tape where necessary.

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