This past May, the author was more dismayed than surprised to read the "New York Times" article about the scores of parents who are enrolling their three- to five-year-olds in Junior Kumon enrichment programs. As some parents interviewed for the article expressed, their motivation in doing so was either to keep their children from falling "behind…

Indicates in-class and at-home math projects for sixth graders. Activities focus on map-making and exploration of maps. (RH)

Points out how dice games can be used to teach mathematics concepts, discussing 13 dice games of varying difficulty. (RH)

A short history of the evolution of the calendar is given. Calculations with various time periods are given. (MK)

This activity guide is a supplement to the November 1996 issue of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Student Math Notes. It contains a series of problems based on one main story problem. Using this problem and the other problems contained in the guide based on it, students explore different mathematical concepts such as graph theory,…

A puzzle involving computation and pattern observation is described. (SD)

Characteristics of the number seven, which relate to many different areas of mathematics, are discussed. (JT)

The article outlines a series of mathematical tasks for gifted students (aged 7-12 years), stressing the value of research and inservice education that is firmly teacher and classroom based. (Author/DB)

The results of this study suggest that, as girls seem to be more receptive to learning at an earlier age, they should start in second or third grade with math enrichment over and above the regular math class. This early intervention might help decrease the inequities that occur later in schooling. (Author/RDN)

The goals and history of the Mathematical Olympiads for Elementary Schools are described. Teams, levels, and gender are discussed, as well as teacher training, administration, scoring, and awards. Sample problems are included. (MNS)

An activity similar to magic squares is described. (SD)

Forming whole numbers which read the same from left to right as from right to left is considered. A list of such numbers less than 1000 is included along with implications for instruction. (MN)

A discussion of the process by which pictures are secured from distant places by use of computers is preceded by a brief explanation of the binary number system. (MN)

Three mathematical games which are developments of well-known games are described: Rummy, War, and Remembering. Seven packs of cards are illustrated. (MNS)

Several experiences with palindrome numbers are given, each leading to the "Law of 11." Conjectures for the reader to consider are included. (MNS)