More Patterns
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In this lesson, the fifth of a nine-part unit from Illuminations titled “Powerful Patterns,” students extend their knowledge of linear patterns by making patterns on a grid using shapes and other symbols. An art activity is suggested as an extension.
North Carolina Curriculum Alignment
Mathematics (2004)
Grade 1
- Goal 4: Data Analysis and Probability - The learner will understand and use data and simple probability concepts.
- Objective 4.01: Collect, organize, describe and display data using line plots and tallies.
- Goal 5: Algebra - The learner will demonstrate an understanding of classification and patterning.
- Objective 5.01: Sort and classify objects by two attributes.
- Objective 5.03: Create and extend patterns, identify the pattern unit, and translate into other forms.
Grade 2
- Goal 4: Data Analysis and Probability - The learner will understand and use data and simple probability concepts.
- Objective 4.01: Collect, organize, describe and display data using Venn diagrams (three sets) and pictographs where symbols represent multiple units (2's, 5's, 10's).
- 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 4: Data Analysis and Probability - The learner will collect, organize and display data.
- Objective 4.01: Collect and organize data as a group activity.
- Goal 5: Algebra - The learner will model simple patterns and sort objects.
- Objective 5.01: Sort and classify objects by one attribute.
- Objective 5.02: Create and extend patterns with actions, words, and objects.
Music Education (2001)
Grade 1
- Goal 5: The learner will read and notate music.
- Objective 5.04: Use symbols to notate simple musical patterns.
Grade 2
- Goal 5: The learner will read and notate music.
- Objective 5.04: Use symbols to notate simple musical patterns.
Kindergarten
- Goal 2: The learner will play on instruments, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music.
- Objective 2.02: Echo simple rhythmic patterns.
