Miss Anna- Maths - Super Curriculum Tasks

Year 9 Extra Curricular Activities:

1. Design a Mathematical Infographic

Students create an infographic that explains a more advanced mathematical concept like quadratic equations, probability, or transformations. They must use clear visuals, graphs, and concise explanations to make the concept easy to understand.

2. Investigate Maths in Astronomy

Students research how mathematics is used in astronomy, such as calculating distances between stars, the size of planets, or the orbits of celestial bodies. They create a presentation or model demonstrating their findings.

3. Create a Budget Plan for a School Event

Students use percentages, ratios, and proportions to create a detailed budget plan for a hypothetical school event (like a dance or a fundraiser). They submit a breakdown of costs, including calculations and justifications for their decisions.

4. Maths in Architecture: Design Your Dream House

Students create a floor plan for their dream house, using geometric principles, area, and scale to design a layout. They submit the blueprint and explain the math behind their design choices, including measurements and proportions.

5. Explore the Maths Behind Cryptography

Students research how math is used in cryptography to create secure communications. They create a simple cipher or code and explain the mathematical logic behind it. They submit the coded message along with instructions to solve it.

6. Design a Maths-Themed Escape Room

Students create an escape room concept where participants must solve math problems (e.g., algebraic equations, geometry puzzles) to advance to the next clue. They submit the entire game plan, puzzles, and solutions.

7. Explore the Golden Ratio in Art and Nature

Students investigate the Golden Ratio and find examples of it in art, architecture, and nature (e.g., the Parthenon, paintings, seashells). They submit a report with images or diagrams and explain how the Golden Ratio is used.

8. Create a Real-Life Maths Problem Video

Students identify a real-world problem (e.g., calculating interest on a loan, figuring out discounts when shopping, or measuring ingredients for a recipe) and film a tutorial explaining how to solve it using Maths. They submit the video for grading.

9. Plan a Travel Itinerary with a Budget

Students plan a dream holiday within a set budget, using Maths to calculate costs for travel, accommodation, food, and activities. They submit a detailed itinerary and budget breakdown, showing how they allocated the money.

10. Maths and Sports Analytics

Students choose a sport and analyze player statistics (e.g., basketball shooting percentages, football passing accuracy). They submit a report using graphs and mathematical analysis to explain how data can predict performance or improve strategy.

These activities encourage Year 9 students to apply Maths meaningfully and creatively, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills while producing engaging, real-world outcomes.

Year 10 Extra Curricular Activities:
Advanced Algebra Puzzle Design: Year 11 students can design a puzzle or challenge that uses advanced algebra concepts such as quadratic equations, simultaneous equations, or inequalities. They must create the puzzle, provide solutions, and explain the methods used.
Trigonometry in Architecture: Students investigate how trigonometry designs buildings and bridges. They create a model or diagram showing how angles and lengths are calculated in real-world structures and submit a report explaining the math behind it.
Financial Maths Project: Students research a real-world financial topic such as mortgages, loans, or investments. They create a presentation explaining how interest is calculated, with graphs and tables showing different scenarios (e.g., interest rates over time).
Statistics in Everyday Life: Students collect data from their daily lives (e.g., how much time they spend on different activities, class attendance rates, or sports stats). They analyze the data using statistical methods such as mean, median, mode, and standard deviation and present their findings in graphs.
Probability in Games: Students explore the role of probability in games of chance (e.g., card games, dice games, or board games). They calculate the odds of different outcomes and submit a report or video explaining the Mathematics of winning strategies.
Maths in Art: Students explore the connection between Maths and art, such as using geometric shapes, symmetry, or the Golden Ratio in design. They create an art piece based on mathematical principles and submit the artwork and an explanation of the Maths behind it.
Maths and Data Analysis in Sports: Students choose a sport and gather data related to performance (e.g., shooting accuracy, running times). They analyze the data statistically and create a report that shows how Maths can improve performance.

These activities are meant to challenge Year 10 students to think critically and apply Maths concepts to real-life scenarios! Good luck!