Exploring mathematics on dotty grids
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In this feature, we invite you to explore mathematical ideas on dotty grids. We've offered you a few starting points which we hope will stimulate your curiosity and lead you to pose and solve interesting mathematical questions of your own.

Sections
Drawing polygons

I wonder what maths can be done on dotty paper... We can explore the properties of polygons.

Exploring area

I wonder what maths can be done on dotty paper... We can explore areas of different polygons.

Exploring vectors and coordinates

I wonder what maths can be done on dotty paper... We can explore properties of polygons using coordinates and vectors.

Exploring distance

I wonder what maths can be done on dotty paper... We can explore journeys in a city with a grid system of roads.