| Practical mathematics activities from a range of everyday contexts that are most suitable for motivating students.
The Maths in... series has been designed for students in years 9 and 10. However, work sheets could be used to motivate and add interest to any Junior or Middle School Mathematics course by demonstrating how mathematics can be applied to everyday life.
Topics Included:
* Shape and symmetry in buildings
* Perspective
* Egyptian right angles
* Building houses
* Assembling and constructing nets for a medieval castle
* Nets and solids
* Skyscrapers
* Formulas in building
* Ancient buildings
* Brick patterns
* Decorating buildings
* Elevations
* The Sydney Opera House
* Viewing solids
Card problems and quiz are also included. |
