Freedom Quilts: Mathematics on the Underground Railroad

A mathematics activity is presented which is a lesson frequently taught to upper elementary school students. It helps the students to see the connection of mathematics with a real-world activity, appreciate the mathematical knowledge required of quilt makers, reinforce their knowledge of the geometr...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Teaching children mathematics 2005-02, Vol.11 (6), p.316-321
1. Verfasser:	Neumann, Maureen D.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	African American History Children Codes Elementary School Mathematics Elementary School Students Geometric Concepts Geometric shapes Map skills Mathematical knowledge Mathematics Activities Mathematics Education Mathematics Instruction Projects Quilt patterns Quilting Quilts Squares Teaching aids & devices Teaching Methods Triangles Underground Railroad
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Zusammenfassung:	A mathematics activity is presented which is a lesson frequently taught to upper elementary school students. It helps the students to see the connection of mathematics with a real-world activity, appreciate the mathematical knowledge required of quilt makers, reinforce their knowledge of the geometrical properties of different shapes and bring together the history of the Underground Railroad and mathematics.
ISSN:	1073-5836 2327-0780
DOI:	10.5951/TCM.11.6.0316