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Dotty Grids

Dotty Grids

 


In this feature, we have chosen some resources from the Dotty Grids pathway on wild.maths.org.

Take a dotty grid. Draw a few lines. What can you draw? What can you discover?


 

 

Creating Squares 
Age 11 to 16

Can you create a complete square before the computer? Play the game and see if you can find a winning strategy.

Areas on a Grid 
Age 11 to 16
Challenge Level Yellow star

Draw some shapes on a dotty grid, and explore the relationships between the dots on the edge, the dots inside, and the area.

Coordinates of Corners 
Age 11 to 16

Can you find a quick way to determine whether four coordinates are the corners of a square?

Maxagon 
Age 11 to 16

Draw polygons on different sizes of dotty grid. What's the maximum number of sides you can create?

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The NRICH Project aims to enrich the mathematical experiences of all learners. To support this aim, members of the NRICH team work in a wide range of capacities, including providing professional development for teachers wishing to embed rich mathematical tasks into everyday classroom practice.

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