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Gear Sphere Papercraft Many are still baffled at how Paper Engineering KAMIKARA made their famous gear heart, but it looks like atom from Glue² Chronicle has figured out its inner workings. It's not the gear heart but a gear sphere papercraft, the designer has stated that he doesn't have any intention of test building it but feels that this has solved the mystery . If any of you have some free time, try it and let us know if it works. Gear Sphere Papercraft Bevel Gear Papercraft [Related Posts]Puzzle Cube Papercraft ToysEnigma Machine PapercraftPortal Papercraft - Weighted Companion CubeApple Gear Papercraft

Origami & Math Origami & Math So, you're interested in origami and mathematics...perhaps you are a high school or K-8 math teacher, or a math student doing a report on the subject, or maybe you've always been interested in both and never made the connection, or maybe you're just curious. Origami really does have many educational benefits. Whether you are a student, a teacher, or just a casual surfer, I have tried my best to answer your questions, so please read on. So exactly how do origami and math relate to each other? The connection with geometry is clear and yet multifaceted; a folded model is both a piece of art and a geometric figure. For instance, when you fold the traditional waterbomb base, you have created a crease pattern with eight congruent right triangles. On the other hand, if you are a person who likes puzzles, there are a number of great origami challenges that you might enjoy trying to solve. Origami, Geometry, and the Kawasaki Theorem How about the angles around this point?

Robot vs Badger – Finding the weird and interesting so you don't have to! Writing warm-ups There’s nothing quite like a writing warm-up or game to put some fun into writing and get the creative juices flowing. Whether you’re teaching young children or teens, writing games serve an important purpose in the writing process. Spend five or ten minutes a day gearing your kids up for writing with some of these enticing activities! Five-Word Stories This is a great group activity to play with several children at home or with a co-op or class group. Directions: Each person begins with a 5-word prompt and then adds exactly five words of his own. Five-word story prompt ideas Once upon a time there . . .The mystery began when the . . .In a kingdom far away . . .Once, long ago, a tiny . . .Last week, while digging in . . .Today was far from normal! Word Association Another fun family or group exercise! Directions: Each person begins by writing a word on a piece of paper. Unrelated Words Game Messing with Modifiers This is a great vocabulary-building exercise for all ages. Example (younger child)

Papercraft Perfection: 10 Amazing Master Origami Artists Papercraft Perfection: 10 Amazing Master Origami Artists When a papercraft artist looks at a blank sheet of paper, they see a world of possibility in three dimensions. While the rest of us are scribbling notes, to-do lists or random doodles, these artists are forging works of architecture, machines, animals and the abstract. To celebrate the work of some of the world’s greatest papercraft artists, TheCoolist has compiled a collection of ten amazing paper folders– and some of their career’s best work. Star Wars Papercraft Art Fans of both Star Wars and papercraft should rejoice, as many of the classic vehicles of Star Wars have been reborn in paper. Hole-OnEx DIY Papercraft Pinhole Camera If you ever plan on experimenting with pinhole photography, why not do it in style? Won Park Dollar Bill Origami Won Park is a special breed of papercraft artist who uses printed money as his palette. Helen Musselwhite Papercraft Dioramas Dan McPharlin Vintage Synthesizer Papercraft

Math journals, how to use math journals to support math achievement. Math Journals For All Ages Why Math Journals? Journal writing can be a valuable technique to further develop and enhance your mathematical thinking and communication skills in mathematics. Journal entries in mathematics provide opportunities for individuals to self-assess what they've learned. If math journals are something new, you will want to use the following strategies to assist the implementation of this valuable writing activity. Procedure: A journal should be written at the end of a math exercise. Math Journal Prompts To Get You Started: I knew I was right when...... If I missed____________ I would have to__________________. The thing you have to remember with this kind of problem is........ Tips I would give a friend to solve this problem are......... I wish I knew more about...... How many times did you try to solve the problem? Could you have found the answer by doing something different? What method did you use to solve this problem and why? Was this hard or easy?

The Claw: How to Make an Unusual Halloween Mask October 17th, 2013 Email 222 users recommend Say goodbye to uncomfortable plastic masks or sweaty (and ill-smelling) latex hoods. Jeff Rudell While made as a mask, this bony creation can easily double as a pumpkin-clutching centerpiece on your holiday table. A few simple paper shapes are all you need to build this crypt claw. Photo: Jeff Rudell In the spirit of full disclose (and at the risk of being thought a party pooper), I have a problem with Halloween masks. As I've said, I like the dress-up part, the ghoulish part, and the theatrical elements of the holiday; I just don't want to be hot, sweaty, and trapped inside a latex lizard head. View 1 member project gallery posted in: Stay connected with CraftStylish Whether you are creating a costume, designing decorations, or building your very own haunted house, find the inspiration for all of your Halloween needs here. Share photos of your great Halloween projects in our gallery.

EXPLORE ® Test: Above-Level Testing Above-level EXPLORE® testing offers insight into students academic abilities by providing personal measures in English, math, reading, and science and invaluable testing experience. Students who already excel on grade-specific tests may benefit from this above-level test (traditionally given in the eighth grade) which will provide helpful insight into their level of ability and their depth of knowledge. Though Duke TIP recommends taking advantage of this opportunity, testing is optional and is not required for participation in any of our talent search benefits or educational offerings. All enrolled fourth through sixth grade participants in the Duke TIP 4th–6th Grade Talent Search are eligible to register for and to take the EXPLORE test once each school year. Parents and testers should expect this test to be challenging. The EXPLORE consists of four 30 minute tests measuring aptitude in mathematics, science, English and reading. Registration Dates and Fees Score Reports Recognition

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