Calculating patterns
http://illuminations.nctm.org/LessonDetail.aspx?ID=L499
A lesson plan for grades K–2 Mathematics
In this lesson, the seventh of an eight-part Illuminations unit titled “Calculating Patterns,” students use an Internet-based calculator that is linked with an interactive “Hundred Chart” to create, extend, and record numerical patterns in different ways. By connecting the two representations, students observe the numerical patterns as they are created.
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.
