Math in nature

Naranja

Children are more likely to remember concepts when they see a reason for using them. Here are some ideas for learning math with nature.

Doodle Learning, creators of the Doodle Math app for kids, created fun printables to help your child explore math in nature.

Found Functions, IV Nikki Graziano

the intersection of natural beauty and mathematical precision = an intelligent creator, God

Fractals are patterns that repeat at increasingly fine magnifications. They turn up in the natural world and in artists’ work. Research suggests they contribute to making something aesthetically appealing.

The Fibonacci-spiral, seen in a tornado

15 Hands-On Nature Math Ideas to Make Learning Come to Life. I have 15 hands on nature math ideas for your younger kids. Also, you may love Hands-On Nature Study: Bird Color Bar Graphing Activity.

Teach Kids Math Patterns Using Nature!

Discover the captivating world of fractal geometry in our in-depth blog post, "Exploring the Beauty of Fractal Geometry: From Nature to Art." Uncover the science behind the intricate patterns of fractals, marvel at their hidden symmetry in nature, and dive into the mesmerizing Mandelbrot Set.

Earlier this year I wrote a post outlining which preschool math concepts children would learn in their early years of math education. The concepts they will learn include numbers and counting, addition and subtraction, geometry, sorting and patterns, and measurement and graphing. While these concepts can all be taught from books, worksheets, and other traditional learning materials… Why not take the learning outside? Searching for and finding math in nature is an excellent way to practice

I was curious, so I analyzed the geometry of the peacock's tail-feather display. Turns out the shape is a symmetrical phyllotaxis, which is somewhat surprising. Most phyllotaxis patterns in nature (like on pinecones, pineapples and sunflowers) have spirals of adjacent Fibonacci numbers (usually 5, 8, 13 or 21), but the peacock's feathers have the same count of spirals in both directions!

Learn about patterns in nature to give you a whole new appreciation of creation's details and intelligence. Plus, a free scavenger hunt printable!

Take learning outside with this fun activity idea for teaching graphs.

This activity will teach you and your child a way to estimate the age of a tree without cutting it down. #math #science #nature #measurement #natureactivities #estimation #elementaryscience #educationdotcom

Math activities using nature items, such as rocks and sticks, as manipulatives.