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We can cut a small triangle off the corner of a square and then fit the two pieces together. Can you work out how these shapes are made from the two pieces?
Looking at the picture of this Jomista Mat, can you decribe what you see? Why not try and make one yourself?
Try this interactive strategy game for 2
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outlines of the workmen?
Can you cover the camel with these pieces?
Paint a stripe on a cardboard roll. Can you predict what will happen when it is rolled across a sheet of paper?
What happens when you try and fit the triomino pieces into these two grids?
Take a rectangle of paper and fold it in half, and half again, to make four smaller rectangles. How many different ways can you fold it up?
How many different triangles can you make on a circular pegboard that has nine pegs?
Eight children each had a cube made from modelling clay. They cut them into four pieces which were all exactly the same shape and size. Whose pieces are the same? Can you decide who made each set?
If you split the square into these two pieces, it is possible to fit the pieces together again to make a new shape. How many new shapes can you make?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of Little Ming and Little Fung dancing?
What is the relationship between these first two shapes? Which shape relates to the third one in the same way? Can you explain why?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of Mai Ling?
Here's a simple way to make a Tangram without any measuring or ruling lines.
Can you find ways of joining cubes together so that 28 faces are visible?
This challenge involves eight three-cube models made from interlocking cubes. Investigate different ways of putting the models together then compare your constructions.
This practical problem challenges you to make quadrilaterals with a loop of string. You'll need some friends to help!
Move four sticks so there are exactly four triangles.
Can you cut up a square in the way shown and make the pieces into a triangle?
Use the lines on this figure to show how the square can be divided into 2 halves, 3 thirds, 6 sixths and 9 ninths.
Create a pattern on the left-hand grid. How could you extend your pattern on the right-hand grid?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of this shape. How would you describe it?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outlines of the chairs?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outlines of the lobster, yacht and cyclist?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of the child walking home from school?
How many different cuboids can you make when you use four CDs or DVDs? How about using five, then six?
A shape and space game for 2,3 or 4 players. Be the last person to be able to place a pentomino piece on the playing board. Play with card, or on the computer.
Use the three triangles to fill these outline shapes. Perhaps you can create some of your own shapes for a friend to fill?
Make a cube out of straws and have a go at this practical challenge.
Investigate the number of paths you can take from one vertex to another in these 3D shapes. Is it possible to take an odd number and an even number of paths to the same vertex?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outlines of the watering can and man in a boat?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outlines of these clocks?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of this telephone?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outlines of the candle and sundial?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of Granma T?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of Little Ming playing the board game?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of Little Fung at the table?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outlines of Mai Ling and Chi Wing?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outlines of these people?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of this brazier for roasting chestnuts?
What does the overlap of these two shapes look like? Try picturing it in your head and then use the interactivity to test your prediction.
Try to picture these buildings of cubes in your head. Can you make them to check whether you had imagined them correctly?
How many different ways can you find of fitting five hexagons together? How will you know you have found all the ways?
Have you ever tried tessellating capital letters? Have a look at these examples and then try some for yourself.
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of this plaque design?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of the rocket?
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of this junk?
Draw three straight lines to separate these shapes into four groups - each group must contain one of each shape.
Can you fit the tangram pieces into the outline of these rabbits?