1700.Resource, Math, Figure This (6-8)

This is copied and pasted directly from the website: "Figure This! demonstrates challenging middle school mathematics and emphasizes the importance of high-quality math education for all students.  Funding for the project was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the U.S. Department of Education.

Figure This! Mathematical challenges for families provide interesting math challenges that middle-school students can do at home with their families.

Each challenge features:

• a description of the important math involved
• a note on where the math is used in the real world
• a hint to get started
• complete solutions
• a "Try This" section
• additional related problems with answers
• questions to think about
• fun facts related to the math
• resources for further exploration.

Cartoon characters named Polygon, Tessellation, Exponent, Tangent, and Axis illustrate the challenge features. They think math is great!

• To help families support their children's math studies, Figure This!has family support materials including:
• sample questions to ask teachers and administrators about the school setting
• information on how to prepare students for continuing education
• suggestions to help with math homework
• information on the changes in mathematics education
• examples of math in literature.
  These resources, designed especially for families, are in the Family Corner."