Basic Mathematics Blog
The Basic Mathematics Blog will let you know when a new topic or lesson is added to my website. Keep scrolling down to see all of our latest math lessons.
Nov 02, 2025
Factoring Quadratics with Algeblocks
Interactive factoring quadratics with algebra blocks tool. Drag blocks to form rectangles showing factors. Supports zero pairs and custom problems with any coefficient.
Oct 03, 2025
Matrix Inverse Visualizer: Step-by-Step Row Operations in Real-Time
Interactive matrix inverse visualizer using Gauss-Jordan elimination. Watch animated row operations transform [A | I] into [I | A⁻¹] step-by-step.
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Sep 30, 2025
🎯 Matrix Multiplication Visualizer
Matrix multiplication visualizer that animates the entire process. See step-by-step how each element is calculated through interactive, color-coded illustrations.
Sep 27, 2025
Graph Transformation Explorer: Learn Shifts, Stretches & Flips
Interactive Graph Transformation Explorer: Visualize how algebraic changes affect function graphs. Learn shifts, stretches & flips through hands-on practice.
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Sep 20, 2025
When Will I Use Math? Interactive Guide to Real-World Applications
Stop asking "when will I use this math?" Explore interactive examples of algebra, calculus, and geometry in sports, technology, and everyday life.
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Sep 17, 2025
Dice Roll Simulator
🎲 Interactive 3D dice roll simulator for math learning! Roll 1-4 realistic dice, explore probability concepts, and track results. Perfect for students!
Sep 17, 2025
"The Missing Dollar Puzzle - Interactive Brain Teaser Challenge"
Solve the classic Missing Dollar puzzle! Three friends paid $30, got $3 back, waiter kept $2. That's $27+$2=$29... where's the missing $1? Interactive quiz!"
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Sep 14, 2025
Simplify with Algeblocks - Drag, Drop & Learn!
Simplify with Algeblocks: Drag colorful blocks to build expressions, then watch terms magically group together and cancel out. Perfect for visual learners!
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Sep 13, 2025
🎭 The Birthday Paradox: Why Your Brain Will Refuse This Truth"
Discover the Birthday Paradox secret that shocks mathematicians. 23 people create odds so wild, you'll think we're lying. Interactive proof and explanations.
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Sep 11, 2025
30-Second Math IQ Challenge
30-second math IQ challenge - Can you score 200 and prove you are a genius?
Sep 04, 2025
Number Detective | Daily Math Patterns
Train your brain with Number Detective! Daily math pattern puzzles boost logic skills, challenge thinking & provide endless fun. Start detecting!
Aug 25, 2025
Number Wizard - Mind Reading Math Game
🧙♂️ Number wizard allows you to pick any number between 1 and 1 million and I will guess it in 60 seconds or less.
Aug 25, 2025
🎨 Geometric Art Generator
Create beautiful geometric patterns and art with interactive shapes, colors, and animations. Learn about polygons while making stunning visual designs!"
Aug 21, 2025
🔮 Math Mind Reader - I can guess your number! 🤯✨
Interactive math mind reader that uses pure mathematics to predict your final number! Pick any 2-digit number, follow the steps, and be amazed! ✨🤯
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Aug 13, 2025
Math Anxiety Rescue - Your Personal Recovery Program
Interactive math anxiety recovery tool that creates personalized learning paths, tracks confidence, and provides step-by-step guidance for overcoming math fear
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Aug 13, 2025
Interactive Lesson about the Area of Complex Shapes
Interactive math lesson teaching area calculation for complex shapes through visual decomposition, step-by-step breakdowns, and hands-on practice
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Jul 16, 2025
Interactive Probability Spinner
Interactive probability spinner teaching tool with customizable sections, theoretical vs experimental probability comparison, and educational explanations.
Jul 09, 2025
Interactive Fraction Visualizer
Interactive fraction visualizer with circle graphics, step-by-step explanations, and four mathematical operations for comprehensive fraction learning.
Jun 20, 2025
Math Facts Explorer
Interactive math facts explorer featuring fascinating number discoveries with optional detailed explanations to spark mathematical curiosity and understanding.
Jun 19, 2025
Math Mountain Climber
Fun interactive math game where students climb a mountain by solving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems correctly.
May 18, 2025
Solving Proportions - Interactive Lesson
Solving proportions by using cross product or the concept of equivalent fractions
May 18, 2025
Subtracting Whole Numbers
Subtracting whole numbers vertically by regrouping ( also called borrowing ) is what this lesson will teach you
Dec 17, 2024
Common Mistakes in Math
Some common mistakes in math and how to avoid them when doing your math problems
Dec 09, 2024
Perfect Number
Discover perfect numbers through clear definitions, examples, the first ten, historical significance, and their relationship with Mersenne primes in this lesson.
Dec 08, 2024
Greatest Common Factor
Interactive lesson showing three methods to find the the greatest common factor of two whole numbers.
Dec 06, 2024
Basic Number Properties
Learn about the 4 basic number properties such as such as commutative, associative, distributive, and identity properties.
Dec 06, 2024
Percentage Change
Master percentage change calculations with clear step-by-step methods, examples, and tips. Learn to handle increases, decreases, and negative values.
Dec 05, 2024
Factoring by Grouping with an Interactive Lesson
Learn factoring by grouping with interactive lesson, step-by-step guidance, instant feedback, and clear solutions to help you master factoring effortlessly.
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Dec 04, 2024
Estimating a Sum
Estimating a sum by rounding to the nearest 10 or to the nearest 100 and choosing the best estimate
Nov 26, 2024
Slope Intercept Form
Interactive lesson and practice showing how to use the slope and one or two points to write the equation of line in slope intercept form.
Nov 21, 2024
What is Slope? Definition, Exploration, and Examples
What is slope? Definition of slope, interactive exploration, along with concrete examples to enhance understanding.
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