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More Hidden Gems Upper Primary

Here you will find some more upper primary 'hidden gems' from NRICH, which we have selected as part of our feature to celebrate NRICH's 20th birthday.

Always, Sometimes or Never? Number

Age 7 to 11
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Are these statements always true, sometimes true or never true?

Sets of Numbers

Age 7 to 11
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How many different sets of numbers with at least four members can you find in the numbers in this box?

Tiles on a Size Ten Patio

Age 7 to 11
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How many tiles could you use to cover this 10 by 10 patio?

Polygonals

Age 7 to 11
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Polygonal numbers are those that are arranged in shapes as they enlarge. Explore the polygonal numbers drawn here.

Baravelle

Age 7 to 16
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What can you see? What do you notice? What questions can you ask?

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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.

NRICH is part of the family of activities in the Millennium Mathematics Project.

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