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Monday, February 17, 2014

A Valentine's Puzzle

On Monday, Feb. 7th I gave the students a puzzle.  They each were given a 4 inch circle and a 4 inch square.  I asked them to cut them out and try to put them together in such a way to make a heart. Then I told them they should make one cut to help but they still needed to use all of the circle and square.  Some got close but most got frustrated.  It was a good challenge.  Then on Thursday we learned the answer, on paper and with cake!


Here's the puzzle:



Then we put in together with an 8 inch square cake and an 8 inch circle cake.




Next, we add a little frosting and sprinkles:

 
Finally, it's time to enjoy.