Sing and show patterns
http://illuminations.nctm.org/LessonDetail.aspx?ID=L498
A lesson plan for grades K–2 Mathematics
This lesson, the sixth of an eight-part Illuminations unit titled “Calculating Patterns,” accommodates multiple learning styles by engaging students in creating patterns with movement and translating the patterns into other forms.
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.
