Linear transformations vs. Matrix

Can you visualize linear transformation vs. matrix? We studied matrices in grade 12 and most of us mastered the basic calculation methods quite easily. We moved on to higher grades and used matrices wherever required. However, many of us missed out on getting the visual understanding of matrices. With so much happening in the field […]

Time for Times Tables

This is a post for Grade 2 students. I am sure that you must have learnt addition & subtraction by now. Now, it is time for times tables. My aim is to make times tables (multiplication) ‘simple & visual’ for you.  What is multiplication? Me : Does the sign of multiplication (×) look similar to the sign of addition […]

Target 10 in Subtraction

This is a post for grade 2 students. I am sure that you must have learnt subtraction by now. I am going to train you for a smarter subtraction skill. The aim is to make subtraction ‘simple & visual’ for you. Do you remember ‘target 10 in addition’ article ? We will use the same trick here. […]

Sneak Peek into the Life of Pi !

Most students learn about Circles in Grade 5 or Grade 6 and this is how we usually introduce this topic to them. We draw a circle, show them the center and radius and then we give them the formula for circumference and area. Then, we tell them that π is 22/7 or 3.14 I feel that […]

Fraction Introduction – No more Pizza Please !

I have observed that many books start Fraction with Pizza example. I have a suggestion – Let’s replace Pizza with Cadbury, Chikki (Indian sweet) or anything which is rectangular in shape for a better visual understanding. Let me explain my point with an example. Comparison of Fraction Which fraction is bigger 3/4 or 5/6 ? […]

Intuitive Introduction to Basic Algebra!

Usually, Algebra is introduced around grade 6. By that time, students are so accustomed to using numbers in Maths that they cannot imagine Maths beyond numbers. They get intimidated by the fact that they have to deal with letters ‘x, y, z’ in Maths. This fear blocks their mind for any further learning and the […]

Maths2Art – a centre for Guided Discovery !

Maths2Art is not a tuition centre, it is a centre for Guided Discovery. Lot of people ask me, “I have heard about you. You take Maths tuition, right ?” Thanks to such questions, I got a strong reason to dig deeper and get a clearer picture of Maths2Art. What am I doing @Maths2Art? I am […]

Functions are all around us!

I recently had a very interesting discussion with my student on topic “Function”. She was not able to appreciate the significance and usage of “Function”. We tried to connect it to our daily life and after the discussion, she was much comfortable with the topic. We addressed following questions during our discussion. What is F(x)? […]

Differential equation is everyone’s cup of tea ;)

Student: I have learnt how to solve differential equations,  but I have no clue if  we ever use them in real life. Me: ( Very happy with such questions where students try to make sense of the topics that they are learning. ) Yes, differential equations are quite useful in real life and you can […]