Maths and poetry connect through patterns and sequences, as do maths and nature. We're bringing all three together in our Fibonacci Poetry Contest!
The Fibonacci Sequence is one of the most fascinating sequences found in nature. Each number in the sequence is the sum of the two preceding numbers, giving us the sequence 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55 and so on.
Poetry based on numerical sequences has been around for centuries. In 2006, Los Angeles writer Gregory K. Pincus inspired a new poetry movement based on the Fibonacci Sequence. In his so-called 'Fibs', the syllables per line follow the numbers in the sequence.
For our poetry contest, we are inviting young people of secondary school age, as well as independent adults, to write their own poem based on the Fibonacci Sequence. Find out how to take part via the link below.
We've rounded up this year's Maths Week Scotland events for schools in a handy overview. The programme is a mix of mix of both online and in-person events.
