simple math crafts

How to Make Multiplication Tables with Perler Beads

My child has been playing with Perler beads for a while now making all sorts of things, including a map of Minecraft. So when I suggested making a multiplication table, the kid was very interested. Except a) I didn’t have a clear idea of how to make multiplication tables out of multi-colored beads and b) […]

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Playing Math This Week – Nov 7-13, 2011

Learn about odd and even numbers this week on the Rocks and Roll Day. No need to stay Earth-bound either. To the infinity… and beyond! Math games can be played any time anywhere. Here are some ideas for each day of the week. These games do not require any advance prep either. Give them a […]

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Halloween Fractals

If your child is all about getting ready for Halloween, then this can be a terrific idea to introduce some beautiful math. I saw this idea on Almost Unschoolers and immediately bookmarked it! The idea is to turn Apollonian and Sierpiensky fractals into fun arts projects. To start, you can learn more about these fractals […]

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Paper Plate Geometry

Can your little one say “icosahedron”? He will by the time you’re done with this easy-peasy project. It all started with me buying way too many paper plates for a picnic party.  After the party was over, I ended up with too many paper plates on my hands. I did my best trying to use […]

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