Mathematical Art

Curves of Pursuit

There is so much scope for student creativity in this lesson, with a lovely dollop of maths thrown in to boot. It also provides students with useful practice in accurate measuring.

Impossible Objects

This is a lovely lesson for consolidating compass and ruler constructions. It reinforces accurate measuring and constructing skills as well as the need for attention to detail.

Insect Symmetry

 This lesson practises simple reflective symmetry. The activity provides useful practice in using tracing paper to reflect images.

Patchwork Paper Patterns

This fun paper-folding lesson makes an interest to learn. Students are shown how to fold six different polygons. They then explore tessellating or layering polygons of various shapes and sizes to achieve a stunning 'patchwork' effect. The paper folding process provides plenty of opportunities for rich mathematical discussion. Student creativity is then given free rein when they plan and execute their designs.