- Mamokgethi Phakeng is a famous mathematician.
- She loves maths since she was young.
- Her parents encouraged her to do well.
- People often think maths is hard.
- She tells girls they can do maths too.
- She teaches others how to enjoy maths.
Difficult words
- mathematician — A person who studies or teaches math.
- encouraged — Gave support or confidence to someone.
- enjoy — To like something and find it fun.
- hard — Difficult to do or understand.
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Discussion questions
- Do you enjoy maths? Why or why not?
- Who encourages you to do your best?
- What is one way maths is important in life?
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