Victorian Maths Challenge: Paper Planes
An inspiring resource for learning numeracy
Take the paper planes challenge
Numeracy Focus: Understanding, estimating and using measurement
This challenge encourages you and your family to think about the mathematics involved in the design and construction of paper planes.
By making paper planes and testing them to see how far they can go, you will learn about geometry, measurement and data displays.
Stage: Level 5 to 8
This resource supports:
Proficiency
- Reasoning
HITS
- Questioning
Cross-curricular
- Science
Audience
- Families
Teaching and Learning Cycle:
- Teach
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Reflective Prompt
What are the benefits of making estimating a regular feature in maths lessons or another subject area’s lessons?
Reflective Prompt
What are the benefits of making estimating a regular feature in maths lessons or another subject area’s lessons?
Proficiency Reflective Prompt
How would you use this resource in your context to encourage children and young people’s reasoning?
Proficiency Reflective Prompt
How would you use this resource in your context to encourage children and young people’s reasoning?