101 Questions
Coins in a Circle
Round and round you'll go! Learners watch as different-sized circles fill with coins. They collect data and then make a prediction about the number of coins that will fit in a large circular rug.
Virginia Department of Education
Middle School Mathematics Vocabulary Word Wall Cards
Having a good working knowledge of math vocabulary is so important for learners as they progress through different levels of mathematical learning. Here is 125 pages worth of wonderfully constructed vocabulary and concept review cards....
Curated OER
Building Shapes From Numbers
Students experience how to illustrate some of the many connections between number and geometry. Through this 2-3 day focus on square numbers and triangular numbers, students make connections among mathematical topics.
Curated OER
The Magic Squares
Fifth graders devise and use problem solving strategies to solve a magic square arrangement. In small groups they explore various strategies including non-algebraic and algebraic techniques, write an explanation of their solution, and...
Curated OER
Comparing Costs
Learners compare the costs of two cellular phone plans and determine the best rate. They use a table and a graph of points plotted on a Cartesian plane to display their findings. Students write an equation containing variables that could...
Curated OER
Pyramids
In this pyramids worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 4 different types of problems. First, they count the number of blocks shown in the pyramid. Then, students count the blocks along the lines of symmetry only. They also calculate...
Curated OER
Function Tables
High schoolers practice representing problems found in the real world in terms that can be translated into mathematical expressions. The situations are represented in tables and graphs by students.
Curated OER
Scale Me Down
Students create scale drawings, and ultimately scale models, of real-world objects in this Math lesson about ratios, proportion, scaling factors, and cross products. The lesson includes ideas for cross-curricular extensions and is...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Finding and Completing Growth Pattern Sequences
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this learning module, students must identify a simple pattern in a series of numbers and continue the pattern. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem...
Richland Community College
Richland Community College: Arithmetic Sequences
This is a lesson from Richland Community College on arithmetic sequences. This site provides theories and examples for working with different problems of arithmetic sequences such as calculating the Sum and Difference of an arithmetic...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Pattern and Practice
Students use knowledge and skills in new learning experiences to develop a basic understanding of the process for creating patterns, recognizing pattern sequences, representing patterns in different ways, and connecting numbers with...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Finding and Completing the Number Patterns
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this learning module, students must identify the pattern in a series of numbers and fill in the missing numbers. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem...
Other
Math Portal: Arithmetic Progressions
A mini-lesson on arithmetic progressions includes a definition, examples with solutions, and a set of interactive problems at the completion of each lesson.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Uncover Patterns in Number Sequences
This Marilyn Burns lesson plan provides an activity and discourse to help lead intermediate learners through the pattern identification process.
PBS
Pbs: Gauss Arithmetic Sequence Strategy
Learn how mathematician Karl Friedrich Gauss figured out how to sum up any arithmetic sequence without having to add up each and every term. This video focuses on using your critical thinking to follow along as Gauss determines his...
Mathigon
Mathigon: Algebra: Special Sequences
In addition to arithmetic and geometric sequences, Fibonacci Numbers, and figurate numbers, there are countless interesting sequences that don't follow a similar, regular pattern. These include prime numbers, perfect numbers, the...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Max's Math Adventures: Magnifying Max
This site has the view through Max's magnifying glass. The ants seem to be walking past him in a pattern, can you help him predict how many ants are coming next? Teachers will like the teacher's guide, activity sheet, and extra challenges.
Other
Math Stories: Finding a Pattern
At this one page site, you can work through step by step a sample problem that illustrates the problem-solving strategy for "identify a pattern." The answer is right there to help you check your thinking.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Recursive Formulas
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson provides a review of a variety of sequence types including recursive, arithmetic, and geometric. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice,...
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Mathemagician's Seven Spells
See if you can find the pattern in the sequence of numbers that will break the Mathemagician's spell. The solution is available at this one page website. After you find your solution you can check it.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: 1 Step 2 Step, Fibonacci
See if you can find the patterns on the staircase. Mr. Fibonacci would be so proud to know you found the solution. You can check your solution right at this nifty one-page website.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: It Must Be 2000
On this one page website sharpen your logic and pattern extension skills while working on this challenge. The solution is available to double check your solution.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Magic Squares
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students solve arithmetic problems in sequences to create magic squares.