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Solve mathematical puzzles… We are learning to… Test hypotheses; Tabulate systematically the information in a problem or puzzle; Identify and record the steps or calculations needed to solve it. Mental/ Oral starter.
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Solve mathematical puzzles… • We are learning to… • Test hypotheses; • Tabulate systematically the information in a problem or puzzle; • Identify and record the steps or calculations needed to solve it.
Even if we change the order of the numbers on the bottom tier, the number at the top will always be the same. 8 True or False? 3 5 1 2 3 4 5
Interesting facts about mistletoe Mistletoe is a parasite that grows on other trees. Mistletoe grows mathematically. Every year, each branch will split in two…
Year Three How many new branches will there be next year?
Task One How many new branches will there be in the seventh year?Which year will be the first year to see over 500 new branches?
Task Two How many branches are there in total?
PlenaryWhat have we learnt?What strategies did you find useful?