The only tools you need to make these shapes are a straight ruler and a compass or dividers (Figure 1). It is also useful to have a protractor (to measure angles) and a drafting square (to make square ...

Using a protractor, measure an angle of 40⁰ on the right-hand endpoint of the 9 cm line (to match the original triangle), mark it with a cross and draw a line.

This KS2 maths article explores how an angle is a measure of a turn. Learn how to draw and measure angles using a protractor.

Packaged in this set are two metal compasses, two triangles, a six-inch ruler, a four-inch protractor, a pencil for the compass, a pencil sharpener, an eraser, and a lead refill.

If you need a protractor for any of our lessons and activities, please feel free to print it and use this resource. Find the protractor template below: Protractor by WJLA-TV on Scribd.