Mathematical Topics: Does Society Need Math? Mathematical Topics: Brazil Suggested Age: 9th | 10th | 11th | 12th Lesson Summary: Through exploring research on societies that do not have number systems or awareness of numbers beyond 3, we consider the necessity of...
Mathematical Topics: Geometric Constructions & Rotational Symmetry Relevance: Hinduism, Buddhism, Native American, Islamic Suggested Age: 9th | 10th Lesson Summary: This lesson intends to explore geometric constructions through the lens of Mandalas. Students will...
Mathematical Topics: Modular Arithmetic Relevance: Ancient East Africa Suggested Age: 9th Lesson Summary: This lesson explores modular arithmetic and how to apply it to the game of mancala. Not only does it explore mods but encourages students to think about problem...
Mathematical Topics: Origins of Pythagorean’s Theorem Suggested Age: 9th | 10th Lesson Summary: This lesson intends for students to engage with Pythagorean’s Theorem with a discovery lens and explore the true origins of the theorem. Students will conceptualize the...
Mathematical Topics: Filipino Textiles Suggested Age: 9th | 10th Lesson Summary: This lesson intends to introduce the concept of rigid motions through the lens of Filipino textiles. Students will consider different textile patterns through the lens of mapping and...
