For the vast majority of people, the word “Math” evokes unpleasant memories of their high school years. However, we must resolve this issue as soon as possible! But how do…
The University of Cambridge prepared a unique mathematical book list for people who are interested in mathematics….
Whatever mathematical goals you have, you will be able to achieve them! Your age is irrelevant, and your educational background is entirely irrelevant. Finding the right resources to help you…
Mathematics is not boring! Actually, it cannot be boring! There are a lot of good-hearted mathematicians who are trying to prove that mathematics is not tedious….
Are you seeking a way to infuse new energy into your math lessons? Look no further. Then we recommend that you watch some of the fantastic maths talks from brilliant mathematicians….
Many past writers have predicted our present society’s facts with a level of detail that seems impossibly accurate. In reality, their imaginations were painting portraits that would eventually be mirrored…
Time travel is a subject that fascinates us. The idea of such a thing is incredibly intriguing, and filmmakers love messing with timelines. They constantly time travel and translate their…
Wooden blocks are very versatile, which is why they are a favorite among many children. Almost every gifted children love to build various kinds of structures because it is an…
Books have a unique way of being exactly what we need at a certain point in our lives. In other words, they are cultural touchstones. Here, we have curated a…
Many talented and smart women are limited in opportunities for using their intelligence and talents. Their gender becomes an obstacle when they want to show their potential. Thankfully, we had so many…
Cosmologists Debate How Fast the Universe Is Expanding
In 1998, cosmologists observed dozens of distant supernovas and inferred that they’re racing away from Earth faster and faster all the time.
Folding Letters
These DIY folding letters are great as decoration in kids’ rooms. You can create names or other fun words. And by using colored paper you can brighten up any room!…
Gabriel’s Horn
Imagine an object with finite volume but infinite surface area. Gabriel's Horn is an interesting object with infinite space but finite volume.
Evernote
Evernote is a powerful tool that can help executives, entrepreneurs and creative people capture and arrange their ideas.
Topology 101: The Hole Truth
This article is an introduction to topology to show the relationships among the properties of flexible shapes have fascinated mathematicians.
The Three Gods Riddle
You and your team have crash-landed on an ancient planet. Can you appease the 3 alien overlords who rule it and get your team safely home?
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40 Newspaper Front Pages That Show How the World Reacted to the Apollo 11 Moon Landing
Fifty-two years ago, on July 20, 1969, NASA‘s Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked the moon for the first time in history. They were on the moon…
Bertrand Russell’s Letters from the Brixton Prison
Bertrand Russell was a philosopher, mathematician, and political activist. In his era, he rocked philosophy like a boss! He was also awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1950 "in…
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The Secret Lives of Snow Leopards
One of the world's most fascinating big cats, the snow leopards (Panthera uncia), are also one of the most elusive and difficult to see.
How to Draw a Circle Perfectly Freehand?
How to draw a circle perfectly? Learn this simple technique to help you draw a near-perfect circle freehand. It could be useful for drawing charts.
Asobi: Newton’s Cradle
Art student Yasutoki Kariya turned Newton’s Cradle, the iconic desktop toy that demonstrates Newton’s third law of motion.
Tools
Dictionary of Numbers
Dictionary of Numbers makes sense of numbers you encounter on the web by giving you a description of the number in human terms.
The Mandelbrot Set
The Mandelbrot set is a beautiful example of mathematical beauty. Ákos Seres made a fantastic tool for us to explore the Mandelbrot set.
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Fierce Girls
Fierce Girls is a weekly kid and family podcast. In these podcasts, you will listen to the amazing stories of extraordinary women.
Smash Boom Best
Smash Boom Best is a debate show for kids and families from the makers of the award-winning podcast, Brains On!
The Joy of x Podcast
The acclaimed mathematician Steven Strogatz hosts some of the world’s leading scientists about their lives and work for the Joy of x podcast.
DIY
How to Make Conveyor Belt Cinema
Use a small-scale conveyor belt to create a cinematic experience! Crate box – or Small cardboard box X-acto knife – optional Toilet paper tubes (2) Dowels (2) Pencil Scissors Hot…
How to Make Giant Cardboard Windball
Makedo Windball is a simple, yet unique geometry project. All you do is assemble simple cardboards and turn them into a kind of art form.
How to Make a Hyperbolic Slot?
How do you put a straight rod through a curved slot? If you think it is impossible, you are wrong. We have prepared the instructions for you.
