Being curious

  • Holes
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    Holes

    Age
    5 to 11
    Challenge level
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    I've made some cubes and some cubes with holes in. This challenge invites you to explore the difference in the number of small cubes I've used. Can you see any patterns?

  • Count The Digits
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    Count the Digits

    Age
    5 to 11
    Challenge level
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    In this investigation we are going to count the number of 1s, 2s, 3s etc in numbers. Can you predict what will happen?

  • The Numbers give the design
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    The Numbers Give the Design

    Age
    7 to 11
    Challenge level
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    Make new patterns from simple turning instructions. You can have a go using pencil and paper or with a floor robot.

  • Pebbles
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    Pebbles

    Age
    7 to 11
    Challenge level
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    Place four pebbles on the sand in the form of a square. Keep adding as few pebbles as necessary to double the area. How many extra pebbles are added each time?

  • Making Spirals
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    Making Spirals

    Age
    7 to 11
    Challenge level
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    Can you make a spiral for yourself? Explore some different ways to create your own spiral pattern and explore differences between different spirals.

  • Triangle transformation
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    Triangle Transformation

    Age
    7 to 14
    Challenge level
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    Start with a triangle. Can you cut it up to make a rectangle?