Math Circle
A game to play with a friend: Start with several piles of stones.
The first player must remove one or more stones (as many as you like) from a single pile. The second player then removes one or more stones from any pile (may be the same or a different pile). Take turns removing stones until all stones have been removed. The person who takes the last stone wins!
What is the winning strategy?
In the Math Circle, you will tune your problem solving skills to solve all sorts of mathematical problems. You will practice presenting your solutions and proving that they are correct in exciting Math Battles.
The Math Circle is for students with long attention spans who enjoy tackling interesting questions. Students will learn to collaborate with others while developing and defending their mathematical ideas. Our pedagogy is based on the approach used in the Boston Math Circle program.
During the Spring of 2008, the Math Circle will meet on the following Saturdays from 10 to 11:30 am in the Literacy & Outreach Services Department at the St. Joseph Public Library Main Branch.
| January | 12, 19, 26 |
| February | 9, 23 |
| March | 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
| April | 19 |
If you are interested in joining the Math Circle, please contact the Riverbend Community Math Center.
