The Mathnasing Number Maze!
Article published in Longmeadow Neighbors
(September 2023)
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ALISON MCDONOUGH
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Summer is all about fun in the sun, but all that time out of the classroom means that your child might have had a summer math set back. At Mathnasium, our tutors build a love and appreciation for math, and can help your students get back on track this fall! Keep your student sharp with the mind-boggling world of The Amazing Number Maze!
Get ready to test your problem-solving skills and mathematical knowledge in this thrilling challenge. Your goal is to navigate through a maze by solving a series of mathematical problems. The maze consists of a 5x5 grid, and you begin at the bottom-left corner. Build yours and follow along!
Problem 1: To take your first step, you encounter the following problem: What is the product of 7 multiplied by 5?
Problem 2: After successfully solving the first problem, you move to the next square. Here's your second challenge: Calculate the sum of 68 and 29.
Problem 3: You've made it through the first two challenges! Now, onto the third problem: Simplify the expression: 3 × (4 + 2) - 8.
Problem 4: With your mathematical prowess, you proceed to the fourth square. Get ready for another problem: Find the value of x in the equation: 2x + 9 = 25.
Problem 5: Great work so far! You've unlocked the fifth square. Here's your next task: Calculate the area of a rectangle with a length of 12 units and a width of 7 units.
Problem 6: Congratulations! You've reached the sixth square. Only a few steps left! Solve this equation to proceed: Simplify: 3(5 - 2) + 4 ÷ 2.
Problem 7: You're so close to the exit now! Here's your next challenge: What is the perimeter of a square with a side length of 9 units?
Problem 8: You're almost there! Focus on this penultimate problem: Calculate the value of y in the equation: 3y + 7 = 31.
Problem 9: You've arrived at the final square. The exit is just within reach! Solve this last problem to claim your victory: What is the value of 12 squared?
Congratulations, young mathematicians! You've successfully navigated through The Amazing Number Maze by solving nine math problems. Need to sharpen your skills? Visit mathnasium.com or visit our location in Longmeadow to see how we can help your students reach their math goals!
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