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Playing with Patterns

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A lesson plan for grades K–2 Mathematics

Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics


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In this lesson, the fourth of a nine-part unit from Illuminations titled “Powerful Patterns,” students use objects and symbols to make repeating linear patterns. They also extend patterns and translate patterns from one modality (auditory, visual, and kinesthetic) to another.

North Carolina Curriculum Alignment

Mathematics (2004)

Grade 1

  • Goal 5: Algebra - The learner will demonstrate an understanding of classification and patterning.
    • Objective 5.03: Create and extend patterns, identify the pattern unit, and translate into other forms.

Grade 2

  • Goal 5: Algebra - The learner will recognize and represent patterns and simple mathematical relationships.
    • Objective 5.01: Identify, describe, translate, and extend repeating and growing patterns.

Kindergarten

  • Goal 5: Algebra - The learner will model simple patterns and sort objects.
    • Objective 5.02: Create and extend patterns with actions, words, and objects.