Discusses the possibilities of integrating mathematics history with other disciplines. Provides examples of projects that have accomplished this task. Contains 13 references. (ASK)

Discusses the construction of the pyramids mathematically with regard to the amount of workforce, time, and number of workers. (ASK)

Introduces a Vygotskian approach to learning with an emphasis on mediated activity within a particular socio-historical context. Addresses the relationship between mathematical learner and different sign systems (multiple representations) afforded by the graphic calculator. Contains 32 references. (ASK)

Presents an activity in which students study mathematically the structure of the most perfect building ever created, the Parthenon. Focuses on the conic sections. (ASK)

Presents an activity on polyominoes and soma cubes in which students look for patterns. Presents the author's personal reflection on her practical teaching experiences as a student teacher. (ASK)

Focuses on representations and interpretations of data in tables. (ASK)

Some of the most provocative problems in mathematics concern logical paradoxes. Provides a series of paradoxes for students to consider. (CCM)

Continues analyzing some fundamental mathematical ideas on logic and proof. Provides some sample problems and their solutions. (ASK)

Presents hands-on activities to introduce the rhomboid and its parts. (ASK)

Presents a problem introducing pupils to the ideas of consecutive and integer while practicing addition. Investigates the overall pattern of results with regard to formulating some general results, considers the algebra of the problem, and suggests proofs of why some numbers can and others cannot be formulated in this way. (ASK)

Presents a subtle version of a tangram puzzle in which students must put pieces in the right places to make the required design. (ASK)

Presents three mathematical activities that illustrate how quantities increase or decrease exponentially. (ASK)

Shares how students worked on a geometry activity that emphasizes patterns featured in this journal. (ASK)

Presents an activity for weaving polyhedron shapes out of paper strips. (MVL)

Discusses a town called Chartres and its cathedral which features the figure of Pythagoras. Discusses the Pythagorean theorem and his mathematical contributions to music. (ASK)