Introduction To Patterns

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    Get ready to explore the world of patterns—where numbers, shapes, and ideas follow rules that help us predict what comes next. In this unit, learners will recognize, describe, and create patterns that build essential problem-solving and reasoning skills. It’s a fun and foundational step into the world of algebraic thinking.

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    By the end of this lesson, learners will be able to:

    1. Identify and describe patterns using numbers, shapes, and objects in a variety of contexts.
    2. Distinguish between repeating and growing patterns, and explain the rule that defines each type.
    3. Extend patterns logically based on identified rules or relationships.
    4. Use input-output tables to represent and predict numerical patterns.
    5. Apply pattern recognition to solve problems and make predictions in mathematical and real-world situations.
    6. Communicate mathematical thinking using appropriate vocabulary and representations related to patterns.

     

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    Problem:
    What comes next in the pattern?
    🔵 🟢 🔴 🔵 🟢 🔴 ___

    Solution:
    This is a repeating pattern.
    Pattern unit: 🔵 🟢 🔴
    The unit repeats every 3 shapes.
    After 🔵 🟢 🔴 🔵 🟢 🔴, the next shape will be: 🔵

    Answer: 🔵

    ✅ Example 1: Repeating Pattern (Shape-Based)

    Problem:
    What comes next in the pattern?
    🔵 🟢 🔴 🔵 🟢 🔴 ___

    Solution:
    This is a repeating pattern.
    Pattern unit: 🔵 🟢 🔴
    The unit repeats every 3 shapes.
    After 🔵 🟢 🔴 🔵 🟢 🔴, the next shape will be: 🔵

    Answer: 🔵

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    ✅ Example 2: Growing Pattern (Number-Based)

    Problem:
    Look at the pattern:
    3, 6, 9, 12, ___, ___

    Solution:
    Find the rule of the pattern.
    Each number increases by 3:
    3 → 6 (+3)
    6 → 9 (+3)
    9 → 12 (+3)
    So:
    12 + 3 = 15
    15 + 3 = 18

    Ans:15 , 18

     

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    This exercise helps students strengthen their understanding of repeating and growing patterns through number and shape sequences. Learners will identify the pattern rule, extend the sequence, and describe their reasoning—building essential algebraic thinking skills.

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    Today’s session focused on recognizing and extending repeating and growing patterns using numbers and shapes. Learners identified pattern rules, predicted what comes next, and built foundational skills for algebraic thinking.

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    Let us now reflect on what we have learnt. Pick the most appropriate choice. If you tick "with difficulty "or "unable to perform task", kindly review the lesson.

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    Thank you for participating in today’s lesson on Introduction to Patterns. Your focus, curiosity, and effort made the session meaningful and engaging.