Tangram Exhibition at Changi Airport Terminal 3

After having a hearty dinner with my family at Changi Airport, we chanced upon a mini exhibition at Terminal 3 about Tangrams. Tangrams is a popular activity that children play, forming figures out of shapes.

Here's a short write-up on what Tangrams are:

The tangram as an invention is not recorded in history.The earliest known Chinese book is dated 1813 but the puzzle was already very old by then. At that time it was considered a game for women and children.
Tangrams became very popular during the 19th century in Europe and America. This happened as trade with China opened up and  sailors brought home new amusements they discovered during their travels. It is said that Tangram translated from Old English is "puzzle" or "trinket.
Source: http://www.my-ecoach.com/modules/custombuilder/popup_printable.php?id=12485

Here's a website that you might like to try your hands on at forming shapes with a tangram! :) Enjoy...
http://www.kidscom.com/games/tangram/tangram.html

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