April 24, 2003 April 24, 2003 A project by students from Delaware Valley High School, conducted for students of our district's three elementary schools
For more information, contact Kevin DeVizia
The Bridges of Konisgburg, by Andrew Prudhoe, Brian Degraw, Grigory Agroskin, and Chris Hocker—Once upon a time, in the city of Konigsburg, there were seven bridges, and the bridges were involved in a tricky puzzle that people played with for years. Come and try to figure it out and discover the trick, with other fun puzzles similar to it, and then learn about a man name Euler. (Good for all grade levels)
Secret Codes, by Nissa Marione, Kim Wagner, Alyssa Nieder, and Shannon Smith—Have you ever wanted to tell someone something that no one else could know? Well, now you can! Come to our booth and learn how to send secret messages using simple mathematics. We will show you how to use addition, subtractions, and other simple math techniques to send secret messages to all your friends. We will also show you how to use coding techniques such as letter wheels and grocery lists.
Fair Division, by Kristin Krejmas, Kelsey Stalter, Julia Merchant, Meghan Parkhurst, and Brianne McKenna—Come to our booth to learn how to divide candy evenly. You may be surprised by the way things turn out. Have fun learning the method of Markers and enjoying Candy! (Good for all ages, but better for grades 2,3,4, and 5)
Math in Storybooks, by Caitlyn Gutman, Jess Colletta, Kasey Trudgeon, Stephanie Beirne, and Jen Keegan—Do you enjoy math class and love to read? If so this station is the perfect one for you. We will show you how math is used in children’s storybooks, and if you even do and extra good job, you may receive a special prize! (Good for all ages)
Basketball Math, by Ayaz Alam, Tracey Vitchers, Ben McKean, Allen Green, and Averil Campbell—How many of you play or watch basketball? Even if you don’t watch or play basketball, you’ll be surprised at how much math is in the game. For example, math is needed to figure out key statistics such as total points, shooting percentage, and many others. Also, you’ll be amazed at all the shapes that are used in forming a basketball court. Come to our booth and you won’t regret it. (Good for all age groups)
Tower of Hanoi, by Dan Davis, Nick Dubee, Daniela Popesca, Jesse Reilly, and Jasper Schneider—Come to our booth and discover the rules to this ancient mathematical game. See how many moves it will take you to complete this puzzle. Prizes will be awarded. (Good for all grade levels)
Math in Music, by Megan Carroll, Holly Smith, Sara Shatt, Mike Tschop, and Kristyn Gumpper—Students attending Math in Music booth will learn several connections between music and the math they have already studied. The first planned activity will teach students the importance of addition in music, as well as review note values that they may have already learned in music class. Using large, cardboard music notes, children will construct their own addition problems and clap out rhythms. (Good for all ages)
Pascal’s Triangle, by John Pandish, Jon Donnelly, Fred McNeely, and Nick Mascola----
The Probability of Cards, by Collin Moseley, Kevin Wolf , Brian Shomaker, John Jannone, David Schatteman---There are 52 cards in a deck of playing cards and many ways to choose from them! Learn of the many types of probability and the fun of cards.
The Math Of Harry Potter, by Angela Tribus, Kelli Scott , Emily Tomesheski, Mallory Cullin , Lyndsey Stadtmueller, and Sean Rogers---- Millions of readers worldwide have read the Harry Potter Series by JK Rowling. In an integration of reading and math, we will expain how to use logic and the process of elimination to solve problems, just like the characters in these thrilling books. Ride the Hogwarts Express to our station and join the mathy fun! (good for all ages)
The Battleship, by Ray Cheng , Cody Braeunig, Kalen Braeunig, and Erik Cordova---Hey Kids! Do you like battleship , the game where you take shots and try to sink someone else’s battleship? Well , come to our booth for some intense gaming and/or basic mathematics. You’ll play the best classic interactive of all time! (by the way…there are prizes)
Math and Shopping, by Nicole Falcaro, Rachel Scholla, Janelle Sheridan, and Sharon Shi--- Come on down! You’ve been selected as the next contestant on The Cost is Boss. There’s everything here from discounts to taxes, and from choosing the better buy to playing match the prices. You can have a fun time while learning important math skills. So , if you want a challenge or simply enjoy saving money, this booth is for you!
Origami, by Heather Dimenno, Kari Leach, Mary Beth Pomes, Kristina Kramarev, and Stephanie Osterberg---Origami originated in Japan and is an art of paper folding in which something as simple as a box or something as elaborate as a crane can be created without gluing or cutting. Anyone who has practiced or tried origami has probably unfolded an origami model and was amazed at the interesting crease pattern that forms the blueprint of the fold. With the fascinating geometry of origami , our group will display how to make fun things like cranes and frogs and teach about the math involved in making these interesting objects.