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A Short introduction to using Logo. This is the first in a twelve part series.

LOGO Challenge 1 - Star Square

Can you use LOGO to create this star pattern made from squares. Only basic LOGO knowledge needed.

LOGO Challenge 10 - Circles

In LOGO circles can be described in terms of polygons with an infinite (in this case large number) of sides - investigate this definition further.

LOGO Challenge 5 - Patch

Age 11 to 16
Challenge Level

Can you construct elegant procedures that will draw the squares and triangles and then this basic unit for a family of 'floor coverings'?

Can you construct procedures for tiling patterns based on this set of tiles?

Others have called them patches. Can you see why?


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