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Maths Trails
The NRICH team are always looking for new ways to engage teachers
and pupils in problem solving. Here we explain the thinking behind
maths trails.
Conjecturing and generalising
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pageFolding, Cutting and Punching
Exploring and predicting folding, cutting and punching holes and making spirals. -
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pageProblem Solving, Using and Applying and Functional Mathematics
Problem solving is at the heart of the NRICH site. All the problems give learners opportunities to learn, develop or use mathematical concepts and skills. Read here for more information. -
articlePlacing Our Trust in Learners
In this article Liz Woodham reflects on just how much we really listen to learners’ own questions to determine the mathematical path of lessons. -
articleTrain Spotters' Paradise
Dave Hewitt suggests that there might be more to mathematics than looking at numerical results, finding patterns and generalising. -
problemApproaching Midnight: First or Second?
Jennie tried the Approaching Midnight game and wondered if it matters whether you go first or second.
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problemApproaching Midnight: Start Time
Bernard played Approaching Midnight and wondered whether the start time affects who wins.
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problemApproaching Midnight: Changing Smallest Step
Liz played Approaching Midnight and wondered how changing the smallest step size affects the game.
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articleWhy Dialogue Matters in Primary Proof
In this article for Primary teachers, Ems explores three essential features of proof, all of which can be developed in the context of primary mathematics through talk.