Howtoons: Cut and Fold Platonic Mathematical Shapes

Time Required!: 1–3 Hours
Difficulty: Easy

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July 7th, 2016July 15th, 2022

Platonic solids are great mathematical fun. You can print, cut, and fold the five shapes below to make small 3D paper shapes perfect for game dice. Next, try using these templates to go big. Fold up some cardboard into a custom-size box for storage, or stretch some fabric over PVC piping to build an icosahedron fort!

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The primary contributors to Howtoons are Nick Dragotta(comic artist), Saul Griffith(inventor), Ingrid Dragotta(toy designer), and Joost Bonsen(the big kid).

Howtoons.com