Maths Tips for Newbies | Maths for Fun

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Newcomers to "Maths for Fun" are seeking engaging activities to complement classroom learning. Suggestions include exploring popular mathematics books like "Knotted Doughnuts" and "The Joy of Mathematics" for enjoyable reading. Participants express interest in practicing proofs and are looking for websites that provide easy mathematical proofs to try. Additionally, math competitions such as AMC 12, AIME, and USAMO are mentioned as exciting opportunities for further involvement. Engaging with these resources can enhance the enjoyment and understanding of mathematics outside the classroom.
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hey all :smile: I am quite new to the Maths for Fun thing... i like what we do in class... but doing something outside of it would be fun. has ne1 got any tips on what i can start with, and then build up 2? thanks! o:)
 
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princess_thoughtful said:
hey all :smile: I am quite new to the Maths for Fun thing... i like what we do in class... but doing something outside of it would be fun. has ne1 got any tips on what i can start with, and then build up 2? thanks! o:)

What do you do in class ? There are many popular mathematics books, Knotted Doughnuts, Joy of Mathematics, Flatterland, etc.
 
i esp like provin stuff in class... was wondering if u knew ne websites that gave sum easy proofs i culd try 1st, then sum other 1s... just 2 keep me busy in class when i get bored.
 
math competitions, i didnt know about these until the beginning of this year. AMC 12, AIME, USAMO.
 

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