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Position and Direction

Triple Cubes
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Triple Cubes

Age
5 to 11
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This challenge involves eight three-cube models made from interlocking cubes. Investigate different ways of putting the models together then compare your constructions.

A Cartesian Puzzle
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A Cartesian Puzzle

Age
7 to 11
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Find the missing coordinates which will form these eight quadrilaterals. These coordinates themselves will then form a shape with rotational and line symmetry.
Transformations on a Pegboard
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Transformations on a Pegboard

Age
7 to 11
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How would you move the bands on the pegboard to alter these shapes?
Coordinate Challenge
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Coordinate Challenge

Age
7 to 11
Challenge level
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Use the clues about the symmetrical properties of these letters to place them on the grid.
Treasure Hunt
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Treasure Hunt

Age
7 to 14
Challenge level
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Can you find a reliable strategy for choosing coordinates that will locate the treasure in the minimum number of guesses?
Eight hidden squares
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Eight hidden squares

Age
7 to 14
Challenge level
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On the graph there are 28 marked points. These points all mark the vertices (corners) of eight hidden squares. Can you find the eight hidden squares?
Ten Hidden Squares
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Ten Hidden Squares

Age
7 to 14
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These points all mark the vertices (corners) of ten hidden squares. Can you find the 10 hidden squares?