Mathematics - Term 1 - Week 9

Patterns are sequences that repeat in a predictable way. They can be made using colors, shapes, or numbers. For example, a color pattern could be red, blue, red, blue. In this lesson, we will explore how to identify these patterns and create our own. We will also discuss how patterns can help us predict what comes next.

Let's look at the number pattern: 2, 4, 6, __, __. To find the missing numbers, we notice that each number increases by 2. So, the next numbers are 8 and 10. This is a simple addition pattern where we add 2 each time. We can write it down as: 2 + 2 = 4, 4 + 2 = 6, and so on.

Now, let's practice together. I will show you a pattern using shapes: circle, square, circle, square, __. What comes next? Yes, it's a circle! Great job! Let's try another one with colors: yellow, green, yellow, green, __. What do you think? Correct, it's yellow! Keep looking for the repeating part of the pattern to help you.

For your independent practice, I want you to create your own pattern using three different colors. You can use crayons or colored pencils. After you create your pattern, write down what comes next. Once you finish, share your pattern with a partner and see if they can guess what comes next!

• red
• green
• blue
• yellow

Answer: red

The pattern alternates between red and blue, so the next color is red.

• apple, banana, apple
• cat, dog, fish
• 1, 2, 3, 4
• red, yellow, blue

Answer: apple, banana, apple

This sequence repeats the apple, making it a pattern.

Answer: 20

The pattern increases by 5 each time.

• circle
• triangle
• rectangle
• square

Answer: triangle

The pattern alternates between triangle and square.

Answer: 1

The pattern repeats 1 and 2.

• triangle
• square
• circle
• rectangle

Answer: square

The pattern has two circles followed by a square.

Answer: A

The pattern alternates between A and B.

• 1, 2, 3, 4
• red, red, blue
• circle, square, circle
• green, yellow, green

Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4

This sequence increases by 1 and does not repeat, so it is not a pattern.