Combining sports and maths can be a great way to engage children who have difficulty learning maths in a classroom. Shape, problem solving, probability and data handling are just some of the concepts that can be explored through fun games and sports. Providing opportunities to participate in physical activities that bring maths to life will not only improve their understanding of maths, but will also encourage a healthy lifestyle.
A sport and maths club is also an ideal way of engaging the community in your school. Ways to encourage this wider involvement include inviting your local sporting heroes or teams to talk to club members about how they use maths to improve their performance and asking health professionals, such as a dietitian or sports physiotherapist, for advice on calculating energy balance and muscle use.
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