DiscoverMath is Figure-Out-Able!Ep 275: Playing with Mathematical Relationships in Life
Ep 275: Playing with Mathematical Relationships in Life

Ep 275: Playing with Mathematical Relationships in Life

Update: 2025-09-23
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Mathematics is everywhere, but if students don't know how to reason they may not want to engage and play with numbers or see all the opportunities to do so. In this episode Pam and Kim discuss scenarios where they play with mathematical concepts in their daily lives.

Talking Points

  • Playing with numbers...double, half, factors, multiples, etc.
  • What numbers do they play with? House numbers, license plates, time, prices, interstate signs
  • I Have, You Need with time and distance
  • Which is a better deal? Cost per ounce
  • Mindset to engage in play with math

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Ep 275: Playing with Mathematical Relationships in Life

Ep 275: Playing with Mathematical Relationships in Life

Pam Harris, Kim Montague