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Fibonacci Sequence: Crown jewels of mathematics

Feb 7, 2023 | Wilton Blog

In many ways, the Fibonacci sequence is one of the crown jewels of mathematics. With its simplistic yet elegant internal structure, and its ability to describe the patterning of so many non-mathematical entities, the Fibonacci Sequence has taken on an almost mystical value for some people.

Math On The High Seas

Dec 7, 2022 | Wilton Blog

Without math, would our seafaring ancestors ever have seen the world? Great mathematical thinkers and their revolutionary discoveries have an incredible story. Explore the beginnings of logarithms through the history of navigation, adventure, and new worlds in this blog: “Math On The High Seas”

Did you know how much Math is there in Sports?

Oct 6, 2022 | Wilton Blog

Sports are a great past-time, and getting the whole gang together to support your favorite team is a blast for the whole family! Sports can also be a great way to highlight math concepts to kids in a fun and relatable way. Click over to our blog to see 5 cool ways to find math in sports!

Twists, Turns, and Thrills: The Math of Roller Coasters

Jun 22, 2022 | Wilton Blog

The design of a roller coaster demands both creativity and thorough calculations. These calculations are strongly related to differentiation. For a thrilling ride, high speed and acceleration are needed. But for safety reasons, G- forces that people experience must be limited. Let's take a closer look at the math of extreme rides!

Algebra in Everyday Life

Jun 1, 2022 | Wilton Blog

Algebra is like a universally useful tool or a sorcery wand that can help manage everyday problems. Whenever you are faced with a math problem, for instance when you have to solve an equation or work out a geometrical problem, algebra is usually the best option.

Can Animals Count?

May 25, 2022 | Wilton Blog

It is often said that understanding numbers is a distinct attribute of human intelligence - a characteristic that sets us apart from other animals and language. However, that's not true.   Honeybees count landmarks when navigating toward sources of ..

Vedic Math Tricks

May 11, 2022 | Wilton Blog

Vedic math is a system of mathematics that was designed and published by Indian Hindu monk and mathematician, Jagadguru Shri Bharathi Krishna Tirthaji between A.D. 1911 and 1918.    Vedic math, more commonly known as mental mathematics, is a collect..