Egyptian
Mathematics
Part of Mark Millmore's Ancient Egypt Site, this is a good introduction to the
Egyptian number system. If 10,000 is represented by a finger, what number does
a frog represent? Test your mental agility with some of the problems available.
Fact
Monster: Maths
Very useful. Clear, easy to understand and packed with facts. Some good maths
games and quizzes.
Frequently
Asked Questions About Trigonometry
Containing an interactive stick to demonstrate angles, this basic guide to
trigonometry is a useful introduction to the subject for students embarking
on maths GCSE.
GCSE
Guide
Specifically for GCSE students, this straightforward site covers some of
the material that is essential learning at this level in maths. Clear diagrams
and sample exam questions are great for revision.
Key Stage 3 Maths from
Digitalbrain
Algebra, numbers and shapes and measures are among the topics covered on this
in-depth site. Students may benefit from parental help in working through the
units.
Key Stage 4 Maths from Digitalbrain
Help with maths by topic, from algebra to vectors. This study resource works
through the key areas of the maths curriculum, using explanatory notes and,
in some cases, examples and exercises with answers to reinforce the subject.
MathCounts
This is an American site that offers weekly challenges suitable for KS3 mathematicians.
Maths
Goodies
American site offering interactive maths activities for key stage 3 or
4 students. Each unit contains an explanation, examples and exercises. Go
on - test yourself.
164
Currency Converter
164 currencies can be converted to and fro at this site that also contains
a list of exchange rates for every day since 1990. You can find out how
much your holiday money is worth before you go abroad.
Enchanted
Learning.com
Don't be put off by the title. This is an amazing site with picture printouts,
information and quizzes on many subjects.
Extreme
Science
A 'records' type site, e.g. biggest spider, highest waterfall etc. Good
fun!
The Golden Ratio
It's everywhere: architecture, art, and nature. A fascinating series of
eight discovery activities showing how the Golden Ratio is incorporated
into everyday objects. Beyond the mathematics a question remains. Why
is the ratio so central to natural design?
How
Stuff Works
Really useful - once you get beyond the Americanisms. Searchable and offers
print versions of the documents, i.e. without the adverts.
Science
Year Library Excellent portal site. Go to the site's Library Resources and you'll
find the Maths links.
GCSE
Guide for Maths
Specifically for GCSE students, this straightforward site covers some of
the material that is essential learning at this level in maths. Clear diagrams
and sample exam questions are great for revision.
GCSE
Maths Revision Site
Start with the revision tips, such as learning basic formulae, then brush
up on topics such as angles, histograms and flow charts. The revision pages
are printable.
Maths
fun and games
Clever
games for clever people
is not interactive. It has the instructions and rules for simple yet challenging
games, which you may enjoy. Let me know what you think
Count
On
has games, puzzles and a superb links page. It can takes some time to load
the first time but it is well worth being patient.
Fact
Monster: Maths
Very useful. Clear, easy to understand and packed with facts. Some good
maths games and quizzes.
The Golden Ratio
It's everywhere: architecture, art, and nature. A fascinating series of
eight discovery activities showing how the Golden Ratio is incorporated
into everyday objects. Beyond the mathematics a question remains. Why
is the ratio so central to natural design?
Puzzlemaker on
discoveryschool.com
Build your own word or number puzzles here. Pupils can download the puzzles
and work on them from the screen or on paper. Why not prepare a puzzle
for your parents or friends?
