by Michelle Youngs.
In this time of misplaced millennial madness (the new millennium does not begin until January 01, 2001), we thought we would offer a different twist on all of the Y2K scares that have been going around. Y2KM is a new puzzle that is guaranteed to work this year, and this year only. WARNING: Do not attempt to do this puzzle in 1999 or 2001 or disastrously incorrect solutions will occur!
As with all Y2K compliant products, careful operation of this puzzle is necessary to insure successful results. As your students say "Yes!" to keen math, they will perform five operations on a number between one and seven, ending up with a three digit number. The first digit of this number will be the number they started with, and the second two digits of this number will be their age. This amazing result is guaranteed with any person of any age as long as all specified instructions are followed. The AIMS Education Foundation cannot be responsible for puzzle misuse.
And if Y2KM isn't enough, we have another exciting item for you and your students: Y2KW. Also guaranteed to work for the year 2000, Y2KW can be done after students have completed work on Y2KM and are ready to explore the "Why" behind Y2KM. Remember, this is a limited time offer, so act now; don't let this chance to give your students two great problems pass you by!
Download both activities in PDF format here.