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Cheese cutting
16 to 18
In this problem we see how many pieces we can cut a cube of cheese
into using a limited number of slices. How many pieces will you be
able to make?
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Star polygons
11 to 14
Draw some stars and measure the angles at their points. Can you find and prove a result about their sum?
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Strange bank account
11 to 14
Imagine a very strange bank account where you are only allowed to do two things...
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Rearranged rectangle
7 to 11
How many different rectangles can you make using this set of rods?
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Ladybirds in the garden
5 to 7
In Sam and Jill's garden there are two sorts of ladybirds with 7 spots or 4 spots. What numbers of total spots can you make?
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Doing and undoing
5 to 11
An investigation looking at doing and undoing mathematical operations focusing on doubling, halving, adding and subtracting.
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Music to my ears
7 to 11
Can you predict when you'll be clapping and when you'll be clicking if you start this rhythm? How about when a friend begins a new rhythm at the same time?
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Maths and creativity in Bristol
This article for teachers describes NRICH's work from 2010 to 2011 with Creative Partnerships and three Bristol primary schools.