How to enlarge a shape by scale factor is one of those GCSE questions that you don't really think you'll ever need.. I guess, like a lot of math, it's just whether you are involved in that employment area. Enlargement of shapes is very important if you work in design, architecture, city landscapes, modelling or any area that requires a scale model first. The whole idea of … [Read more...]
How to reflect shapes on a mirror line
How to reflect shapes on a mirror line or x axis, y axis, co-ordinate grid, graph or even cartesian plane - it's all pretty much the same. The biggest problem isn't really the reflection.. it's more making sure that you've correctly identified the 'mirror line.' This can cause a few problems and a little confusion. The easiest way is to actually plot a couple of points on the … [Read more...]
How to do math translations
How to do math translations .. isn't the easiest name for a blog post but, in the interests of good keyword research, these seem to be the kind of words that have been typed into Google. I guess that's just the way some maths topics are presented, perhaps just a little awkward to search for information in a way that works for you. Either way I'm glad you're here! Math … [Read more...]
3 Minute Math – Solving Inequalities Using a Numberline
Using a numberline to help with solving inequalities. This series of 3 minute math is designed as a quick reminder for some of the main topics. I hope they help to provide a focus and a way forward. If you need any more detail please search the site or contact me – always pleased to answer any questions! All the very best with your studies. Where are inequalities used? In … [Read more...]
Help with Year 6 SATS maths vocabulary
It's easy to assume that a student knows the meaning of all the words used in the Year 6 SATS maths vocabulary.. ... but, just in case, here's a list of some of the more common maths terms used. These have been taken from SATS papers 2001 - 2013. I hope they are useful and please do let me know if I've missed any! Angles Angles are formed when 2 straight lines meet at a … [Read more...]