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Chairs Around the Table
Youngsters become flexible problem solvers with this challenging lesson plan. If there are 24 square tables in a restaurant, how many customers can be seated at one time? They can use manipulatives or draw pictures to help them find the...
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Catch the Beat
Use this rhythm and pattern activity during transition times or on it own. Start by introducing a rhythm with 2, 3, or 4 beats; use your feet, hands, or entire body to demonstrate. Once learners have figured out the pattern, they join...
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The Yo-Yo Problem: Solving Linear Equations
Students compute the length of time it will take to save enough money to purchase a yo-yo. In this math lesson plan, students create a design with pennies and write the associated linear equation. In this linear equations lesson plan,...
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Playing with Patterns
Young scholars use objects and symbols to create original linear patterns. In this patterns lesson plan, students also translate patterns from one modality to another.
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Patterns
Pupils explore the concept of linear patterns by moving into different body poses. They also use MathKeys software to create linear patterns across a computer screen. In groups of three they take turns adding to the pattern.
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Snakes and Scarves
Second graders explore linear patterns using snakes as the context. During the week we examine, construct and record snakes of different patterns. We also put scarves on our snakes and ask others to predict what is hidden.
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Brooklyn Children's Museum: Pattern Wizardry!
Interactive exhibition answers all kinds of questions about patterns, symmetry, and tessellations. With games that reinforce concepts and loads of great illustrations. [Requires Shockwave.]