Patterns exhibit relationships that can be extended, described, and generalized.
Mathematical relations and functions can be modeled through multiple representations and analyzed to raise and answer questions.
Data can be modeled and used to make inferences.
How can patterns be used to describe relationships in mathematical situations?
How can recognizing repetition or regularity assist in solving problems more efficiently?
How can data be organized and represented to provide insight into the relationship between quantities?
How does the type of data influence the choice of display?
How can probability and data analysis be used to make predictions?
Click HERE to access an automated pattern generator from Shodor.com.
Choose easier or harder levels depending on your need.
Click HERE to play the game Scientist from Algebra4Children.
Answers move after each incorrect answer to prevent guessing.
Splash Learn is a membership website where parents or teachers can sign up to access games based on standard.
Click HERE to access the Splash Learn website.
This excellent resource provides free and printable math and number puzzles suited for all kids, parents, teachers and math learners. Choose your favorite!
Click HERE to access the puzzles from mathinenglish.com
Watch a Khan Academy video and explore math patterns while creating figures with toothpicks.
Identifying, continuing and describing increasing number patterns at Math-Drills.com will give your student extra practice generating patterns.
Do you use Fibonacci numbers in your class? Click the lessons plan HERE to show you how to explore patterns!