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Curated OER

Algebra: Sequences and Patterns

For Students 4th - 7th
In this patterns instructional activity, students read the four steps to find the next three terms in a math sequence. Students find the pattern and write the next three terms in 13 problems.
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Curated OER

Problem-Solving Strategy: Find a Pattern

For Students 4th - 6th
In this tessellations worksheet, students solve 2 word problems where they use the "make a pattern strategy" to form tessellations from geometric shapes. There is scaffolding for the problem solving strategy.
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Curated OER

A Matter of Pattern

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore how shapes can make patterns then make connections as to how elements in a pattern relate to one another. In this matter of pattern instructional activity, students create a multi-folded paper snowflake. Students engage...
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Curated OER

The Beauty of Number Patterns

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Teaching your child about patterns can be a fun and motivating experience.
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Curated OER

Complete the Patterns

For Students K - 2nd
In this pattern completion worksheet, students observe groups of six patterns and add the final two patterns. Students complete five sets of patterns.
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Curated OER

Exploring Number Patterns to Discover Common Factors

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Young scholars listen and watch a video to see a drummer beat and find a pattern, while learning about the least common factor. In this lesson, the concept of least common factors is being taught through the use of musical instruments,...
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Curated OER

Writing Equations From Patterns

For Students 9th
In this writing equations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 6 different problems that include various patterns. First, they read and identify relations of equations and the difference between successive values of x and y. Then,...
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Curated OER

Math Cross Puzzle #20

For Students 5th - 6th
For this math puzzle worksheet, students solve 28 problems and insert the answers into a puzzle grid. The problems include all 4 math operations, telling time, measurement, word problems, rounding, money and math patterns. Answers will...
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Curated OER

Math Cross Puzzle #23

For Students 5th - 6th
For this math puzzle worksheet, students solve 28 problems and insert the answers into a puzzle grid. The problems include all 4 math operations, telling time, measurement, word problems, rounding, money and math patterns. Answers will...
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Curated OER

Math Cross Puzzle #34

For Students 5th - 6th
In this math puzzle instructional activity, students solve 28 problems and insert the answers into a puzzle grid. The problems include all 4 math operations, telling time, measurement, word problems, rounding, money and math patterns....
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Curated OER

Math Cross Puzzle

For Students 5th - 6th
In this math puzzle worksheet, students solve 25 problems and insert the answers into a puzzle grid. The problems include all 4 math operations, telling time, measurement, word problems, rounding, money and math patterns. Answers will be...
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Curated OER

Matchstick Math: Using Manipulatives to Model Linear, Quadratic, and Exponential Functions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Playing with matches (unlit, of course) becomes an engaging learning experience in this fun instructional unit. Teach pupils how to apply properties of exponential functions to solve problems. They differentiate between quadratic and...
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EngageNY

Dividing by (x – a) and (x + a)

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Patterns in math emerge from seemingly random places. Learners explore the patterns for factoring the sum and differences of perfect roots. Analyzing these patterns helps young mathematicians develop the polynomial identities.
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Curated OER

Pencil It In

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this recognizing patterns learning exercise, students identify problems with patterns and draw the number of pencils that most likely come next. Students solve four problems.
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Curated OER

Number Patterns

For Teachers K - 2nd
Help your students to identify even and odd numbers. For this number sense lesson, they read the book Madeline and use counters to identify which number has a "partner." Learners write down odd and even numbers on a whiteboard.
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EngageNY

Graphs of Exponential Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
What does an exponential pattern look like in real life? After viewing a video of the population growth of bacteria, learners use the real-life scenario to collect data and graph the result. Their conclusion should be a new type of graph...
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EngageNY

Why Do Banks Pay YOU to Provide Their Services?

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
How does a bank make money? That is the question at the based of a lesson that explores the methods banks use to calculate interest. Groups compare the linear simple interest pattern with the exponential compound interest pattern. 
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Math Challenge #23: Fractals

For Students 6th - 8th
Young scholars explore the concepts of Sierpinski's triangle, ratios, and concentrations. In this exploratory lesson, students are given three problems to solve. Young scholars learn about Sierpinski's triangle, how to calculate mpg for...
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Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Module 3: Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Natural human interest in patterns and algebraic study of function notation are linked in this introductory unit on the properties of sequences. Once presented with a pattern or situation, the class works through how to justify...
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MENSA Education & Research Foundation

Fabulous Fibonacci and His Nifty Numbers

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
Fibonacci numbers are not only found in the classroom but also in nature. Explore the concept of Fibonacci numbers through a series of lessons designed to gain insight into the mathematical reasoning behind the number pattern, and spark...
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Balanced Assessment

Number Game

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
It's all in the numbers! Create a mathematical model to analyze a number game and develop a winning strategy. Using a given numerical pattern, scholars write an expression to model the scenario. They then interpret the pattern of the...
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Activity
101 Questions

Can-struction

For Students 6th - 10th Standards
Can you solve it?! A New York City art challenge involves making sculptures from cans. The task is to determine the number of cans used in the engineering award-winning sculpture. Scholars consider the patterns in the different layers to...
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Bowland

Patchwork Cushions

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Find out if there are enough squares. Given diagrams for the first four figures in a sequence, pupils try to determine the next figure. Individuals find the number of square and triangle pieces of fabric that are required to make...
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Mathematics Assessment Project

“Ponzi” Pyramid Schemes

For Students 8th - 9th Standards
Use mathematics to show your classes the power of a good model. Young mathematicians analyze the famous Ponzi pyramid scheme using an exponential pattern. They make conclusions on the reliability of the plan and why it is illegal. 

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