Mathematics Laboratory: Practical Solution to Classroom "Mathemagics" in Schools

Mathematics is a language of science, and its understanding is paramount to any nation that desires growth and development in the 21st century that is technologically driven. Practical mathematical approach in the mathematics laboratory is a panacea and cure to the demonstrated mathematics phobia by many students in class. This paper described what mathematics laboratory should look like, the equipment expected in the laboratory, the setting and the maintenance of the instructional resources, and the principles to guide the behaviours of the mathematics laboratory users. The paper also stressed the need for each school to have functional mathematics laboratory in terms of equipment, and of course good mathematics teachers for the students to acquire the mathematical skills facilitated through laboratory experience