Algebra through paper-folding

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Overall rating 4 out of 54.8 (13 ratings)

Last updated 19 November 2012, created 14 March 2012, viewed 5,123

Each pupil needs three pieces of A6 paper. They can then use these to form expressions for perimeters and areas. (based on ideas from Ollerton's 100+ Ideas and an nrich course)

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Paper folding.pptx (79kb, Powerpoint document)

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KS3 / Maths / Algebra / Equations, formulae, expressions & identities (1427)

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Looking forward to using this... thank you! from JoHamster, 19 November 2012	(report comment)	5 out of 5
Really like it :) Thanks from clenghaus, 01 October 2012	(report comment)	5 out of 5
I like this approach to algebra, giving it meaning. There is the possibility for children to explore and learn for themselves. Thanks! from annehaworth, 10 September 2012	(report comment)	4 out of 5
Superb from owenmcnestry, 05 September 2012	(report comment)	5 out of 5
Very accessible resource for use with many levels of student. Thankyou from MarysMaths, 02 September 2012	(report comment)	5 out of 5
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