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Principle Use geometry to understand how artists create the illusion of depth in 2D using vanishing points, connecting mathematics and art.

Principle Describe and accurately recreate a layout of geometric shapes.

Principle Create a paving

While hiking in the mountains, Logan passed the same spot at the same time—twice. He’s certain of it! But how?

Principle Put the 5-square pieces back

Principle Create the polygon with the greatest number of edges possible using only straws and paperclips.

Principle Estimate how many mittens are needed to go around a person.

Principle Fill in the missing squares with dominoes representing the indicated sum.

Principle Starting with a rectangle, keep cutting out the largest possible squares and see what’s left.

Principle Estimate how many macaroni pieces can fit in one cubic meter.

A sharp sense of observation will be needed to understand the magician’s feats! Will you be able to perform this trick?

Do you think the magician can predict the future? How does he do it? Use your observation skills to find out.