Researchers from Brazil's Universidade Estadual de Campinas used a computer simulation to confirm paleontologist Stephen J. Gould's prediction that it is evolutionarily advantageous for cicadas to emerge at intervals lasting a prime number of years.

One of the most popular posts on this blog is Top >10 Mathematics Websites. It struck me that it might be useful to think about my top recommendations for students; once again using some categories as well as individual sites gives … Continue reading →

I am enjoying my bagel and coffee in the Texas Hill Country this morning as I get out of town for a weekend of R & R with some friends.  I hope you all enjoy the posts I gathered for you!  Please remember to show your appreciation by leaving a nice comment as you visit each blog, and have a great Sunday! Oh, this is a goodie.  Check out this link up on math mentor texts organized by Amanda and Stacia at Collaboration Cuties.  Looking for an easy game […]

This activity can be used in a large range of grade levels.  Your class can work on percents, linear equations or linear programming. Act One: We missed the semi-annual sale but we want to get ready for the next one.  Let’s … Continue reading →

One of the most popular posts on my blog for teachers is Top >10 Mathematics Websites. It struck me that it might be useful to think about my top recommendations for students. Using some categories here again gives me the … Continue reading →