Or search by topic
What shape and size of drinks mat is best for flipping and catching?
A simple robot to make, plus robots in everyday life to investigate.
Many natural systems appear to be in equilibrium until suddenly a critical point is reached, setting up a mudslide or an avalanche or an earthquake. In this project, students will use a simple simulation game to investigate the properties of such systems.
If Tom wants to learn to cook his favourite supper, he needs to make a schedule so that everything is ready at the same time.
Can you visualise whether these nets fold up into 3D shapes? Watch the videos each time to see if you were correct.
What is the same and what is different about these tiling patterns and how do they contribute to the floor as a whole?
This article for students introduces the idea of naming knots using numbers. You'll need some paper and something to write with handy!
This article for pupils gives an introduction to Celtic knotwork patterns and a feel for how you can draw them.
This article for students gives some instructions about how to make some different braids.
Jenny Murray describes the mathematical processes behind making patchwork in this article for students.
The image in this problem is part of a piece of equipment found in the playground of a school. How would you describe it to someone over the phone?