npr:
Bees could build flat honeycombs from just three shapes: squares, triangles or hexagons. But for some reason, bees choose hexagons. Always “perfect” hexagons. Why?
— What Is It About Bees And Hexagons? : Krulwich Wonders…
Illustration: Robert Krulwich/NPR
At NPR headquarters, our green roof — covered with soil and plants — houses two small wooden hives with more than 20,000 bees. No honey yet, but they are buzzz-y over on twitter @NPRBees. — tanya b.
Just in case I end up teaching tessellations in a geometry course again…this is a nice article for students to discuss.
Perfect. Happy Mother’s Day Mama.
In case you want to mix it up!
I think I’ll ask my students for one thing they have learned already today. Unless it’s the first class of the day maybe.
Exit ticket for math class. Post It Prove it!
http://pinterest.com/pin/225672631300401459/
Great idea! Must remember for my new job!
