Individually, create your own number patterns by drawing a pattern of squares in your maths book. If struggling, use the example provided.
For your sequence, complete the following:
1) Table
2) Rule: Describe the pattern in words
3) Create a graph of the relationships
4) Write a mathematical equation (using the language of Algebra) that relates the shape number to the number of squares used. How many blocks would the 10th shape need? The 100th? The 1000th??
Extension) Using the same shape, repeat steps 1 to 4 for the perimeter of the shape.