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Jumping Squares

5 to 7

In this problem it is not the squares that jump, you do the jumping! The idea is to go round the track in as few jumps as possible.

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Play to 37

7 to 11

In this game the winner is the first to make the total 37. Is this a fair game?

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Developing a Framework for Mathematical Enrichment

This paper considers the key aspects of mathematics enrichment and how the content and design of trails (as well as the NRICH site itself) has been influenced by, and built upon, these philosophies.

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Climbing Complexity

11 to 14

In the 2020 Olympic Games, sport climbing was introduced for the first time, and something very interesting happened with the scoring system. Can you find out what was interesting about it?

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Xavi's T-shirt

7 to 16

How much can you read into a T-shirt?

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Weigh to Go

5 to 11

This article for teachers recounts the history of measurement, encouraging it to be used as a spring board for cross-curricular activity.

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Why Dialogue Matters in Primary Proof

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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.