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Camp #1
Entering Grades 4, 5 or 6 Location: Carleton University, UC 282 (Unicenter)
Recreational Mathematics Geared for younger students, this program teaches the joy of mathematical discovery and exploration. Many topics will be covered in both the older and younger groups. Learn about other numbering systems, special kinds of numbers (like square, triangular, and perfect numbers), and the fun of solving mathematical puzzles. Play math games with friends. Discover origami, the Japanese art of paper-folding. The skills learned in this program will be a big help in school, and not just in math classes.
Study Skills Strategies Junior school students need to study too! It is never too early to develop good study techniques, and these are the years when many of the fundamental skills such as reading comprehension and the times tables are reinforced. Now is the time to learn how to recognize your strengths and use them to make learning easier and more enjoyable. We will explore reading (whether you read one book a day or one a year), test-taking, and the development of study skills which will be useful for years to come.
Swimming (July 9 and 13, 1 hr) Free swimming. |
Camp #2
Entering Grades 7, 8 or 9 Location: Carleton University, UC 282 (Unicenter)
Recreational Mathematics There's a lot more to math than what's taught in school - it can be a source of wonder, surprise, and yes, fun! Come discover why mathematics has fascinated the world for millennia. Some of the topics we'll cover include prime numbers, mathematical games like Hex and Sprouts, tessellations, cryptograms and cryptarithms, hailstone numbers, polyominoes, 3D geometry, problem-solving techniques, and origami. Emphasis on hands-on learning. Amaze your math teachers!
Study Skills Strategies Intermediate school brings new challenges in study strategies for even the brightest student. This section will, through discussion and practice, introduce techniques for reading, essay-writing, note-taking, and long-term memorization. Ways to combat perfectionism, procrastination and boredom will be some of the more specialized topics we will explore.
Swimming (July 23 and 27, 1 hr) Free swimming. |
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Accommodation at a cost may be available on campus. Check with Tour & Conference Center at 1-866-278-8687, tcc@carleton.ca, or www.carleton.ca/housing. |
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