Algebra and Graphs
Modelling Quadratics
Quadratic graphs are everywhere you look. They can describe the paths of rockets, balls and jets of water. Because of their symmetry you will see parabolas in bridges, buildings, sand dunes... Understanding...
Algebra and Graphs
Matching Sequences TN Free
This activity could be introduced in a lesson and set as a piece of homework, although I used an hour lesson since the sharing of ideas proved invaluable. I gave this to a bright class of 15 year olds...
Algebra and Graphs
Matching Sequences Free
Know how to find the nth term of an arithmetic sequence? Fully understand geometric sequences? But how do they look? Can you picture them? Being able to visualize these sequences helps fully understand...
Algebra and Graphs
Loopy Polygons Free
Octagons can be fitted together to make loops. Try it for yourself with this applet!How many octagons do you need to make a loop? Are there certain numbers of octagons that will not make a loop? What...
Algebra and Graphs
Linking Sequences
Why are patterns so visually appealing ? It is because of their internal mathematical structure. This activity will explore some pretty pictures and find out why they are mathematically attractive. ...
Algebra and Graphs
Inequality Graphs
In this activity you will discover how to describe and create shaded spaces on graphs. If you are quite confident with plotting straight line graphs then this should be no problem for you. All you need...
Algebra and Graphs
Factorising Quadratics Free
This series of games is lots of fun and it will teach you about a very important concept in mathematics. Only when you can factorise quadratic expressions like the one in the red cell on the left will...
Algebra and Graphs
Factorising Puzzle
What is the missing number? If I give you the answer, can you tell me the numbers in the question? If you enjoy a puzzle and a challenge you should like this activity. You’ll will be given some information...
Algebra and Graphs
Exponential Graphs Free
Exponential functions are incredibly useful. The simplest 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, ..., doubling is probably the simplest case but they can be seen everywhere: describing growth in populations, money investments,...
Algebra and Graphs
Explore Sequences with Excel
Striking and surprising patterns exist in sequences. Understanding their inner structure with this activity in which a spreadsheet can do much of the work. Be amazed by the possibilities and the power...