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In this activity, learners explore a surprising method for calculating the mathematical constant pi, known as Buffon's Needle.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 11 - 18 5 to 10 minutes
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In this activity, learners will explore pi and the mathematical relationships between a circle's diameter, circumference, and radius.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this calculus activity, learners use a classic problem of geometrical probability to find an important mathematical constant (pi).

$1 - $5 per group Ages 14 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners use a string and pair of scissors to find pi in the world all around them. Take the circumference of a round object with string and cut the string to that length.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 11 - adult 5 to 10 minutes
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In this mathematics activity (page 4 of the PDF), learners will explore the relationship between the diameter and circumference of an object.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 11 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners use a straight line to learn about circles. Learners measure and record the diameter and circumference of different sized cylindrical objects on a chart.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 11 - 18 30 to 45 minutes