Square numbers

problem
Making boxes

Age

7 to 11

Challenge level

Cut differently-sized square corners from a square piece of paper to make boxes without lids. Do they all have the same volume?
problem
Cuisenaire squares

Age

7 to 11

Challenge level

These squares have been made from Cuisenaire rods. Can you describe the pattern? What would the next square look like?
problem
Swimming pool tiles

Age

7 to 11

Challenge level

This activity creates an opportunity to explore all kinds of number-related patterns.
problem
Always, sometimes or never? Number

Age

7 to 11

Challenge level

Are these statements always true, sometimes true or never true?