Linear functions and graphs

  • Electric Kettle
    problem

    Electric Kettle

    Age
    14 to 16
    Challenge level
    1 out of 3

    Explore the relationship between resistance and temperature

  • Small pepper seedlings in orange pots.
    problem

    Graphical Triangle

    Age
    14 to 16
    Challenge level
    2 out of 3

    What is the area of the triangle formed by these three lines?

  • Four on the Road
    problem

    Four on the Road

    Age
    14 to 16
    Challenge level
    2 out of 3
    Four vehicles travel along a road one afternoon. Can you make sense of the graphs showing their motion?
  • Close to triangular
    problem

    Close to Triangular

    Age
    14 to 16
    Challenge level
    3 out of 3

    Drawing a triangle is not always as easy as you might think!

  • Spot the difference
    problem

    Spot the Difference

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    2 out of 3

    If you plot these graphs they may look the same, but are they?

  • spaces for exploration
    article

    Spaces for Exploration

    Alf Coles writes about how he tries to create 'spaces for exploration' for the students in his classrooms.