Nurturing the Math Instinct: A Parent-Child Adventure in Mathematics
We are all born with the capacity to love mathematics. This class explores how to cultivate a child’s innate interest in mathematics by creating a culture of mathematics at home. Through puzzles and games that capture the quality of play in math, we’ll learn how to think creatively, support each other, and keep the spark of joy alive and well in our mathematical lives.
This class is designed to engage both kids and parents. Each child will register and attend with one or two parents, and the classes will be divided between discussions with the parents about how to encourage their child’s interest in mathematics, and time spent learning new games and puzzles that can be played at home.
Saturdays, starting March 31Time: 10:00-10:50 am Instructor: Katherine Cook
Taught in conjunction with the Robinson Center. Go to http://depts.washington.edu/cscy/programs/saturday/ to register.
Games, Puzzles, and Play
In this course, we will explore games and puzzles, both new and old, that tap into mathematical ways of thinking. The emphasis will be on creative play and adapting games and puzzles to players’ interests. We will play group games, ask questions, play with ideas, and have fun!
Saturdays, starting March 31Time: 11:00-11:50 am Instructor: Katherine Cook
Taught in conjunction with the Robinson Center. Go to http://depts.washington.edu/cscy/programs/saturday/ to register.