Magic Squares

These two activities extend from 3 by 3 to 4 by 4 magic squares. Pupils design an individual magic square then search for groups of four numbes that add up to 34 (there are lots).

Good practice with simple addition and subtraction strengthening number bonds, then for more advanced pupils using algebra to get a more general solution

Edit: Added a bank of more 4 by 4 magic squares that pupils can use to find more groups of 34