The 6 coins puzzle looks simple to solve but is trickier than you think. To solve this puzzle all you need is a piece of paper, 3 pennies and 3 quarters. The beauty of the puzzle is that it teaches kids many interesting connections between different area of mathematics like observing patterns and relationships, quadratic equations and mathematical induction The… Read More
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8 – 4 = 61 Matchstick Puzzle
If you are looking for a quick activity for your kids, then you should try the matchstick puzzles on my blog. These lateral thinking puzzles are easy to setup and require a very basic material from home, a matchstick or a toothpick. In this tricky 8 – 4 = 61 matchstick puzzle, you have to solve the equation by moving… Read More
Fold and Hole Sequence – A Math Activity
Do you know the simplest way to teach kids symmetry mathematically is to do ‘Fold and Hole’ method. The one where you first fold the paper in a certain way and then punch a hole through it. Now without unfolding the paper, determine how many holes will be there and where each hole will be made. These strong spatial reasoning… Read More
The 6 – 0 = 81 Matchstick Puzzle
If you are looking for ideas to engage your kids in some fun and brain bending activities, then you should definitely try out the matchstick puzzles. These lateral thinking puzzles have been there for a while and have always captivated the interest of people of all ages. In this simple 6 – 0 = 81 matchstick puzzle, you have to… Read More
Math and Cooking – Math in everyday life
Math is in every aspect of cooking, from measuring to weighing and to reading and converting temperatures. But what if you don’t have any measuring tools while cooking, how can math come to your rescue. Enjoy this fun math puzzle with your kids while teaching them how to cook and incorporate math into it. Disclosure : Some of the links… Read More
Shipment and Invoices – Math in EveryDay Life
I believe, it is important as a parent to help our kids understand the connection between math and its implementation in every day life. The best way to do that is to introduce them to a real life problem which can be solved using the math concepts they know. One such simple math problem in everyday life is ‘ Shipment… Read More