Pattern based activities and worksheets
Interactive online pattern games
Who's missing?
This game requires a high level of attention from the learner. The game requires the player to identify the next image in the sequence and alter three variables to make it complete. Click here to play. This game is recommended for students in year 3+
Moon Rock
This game is based on colour pattern presented in the form of 'moon rocks'. A sequence is shown and the player has to click and drag the next correct moon rock to complete the pattern. When the player correctly completes the pattern, they move up to the next level. This game is recommended for students ages 5 years+ Click here to play.
Line Dry
This pattern game is based on three digit number sequences. The numbers are presented on an item of clothing on the washing line and the middle item of clothing needs to be filled in with the correct number. The player must type the correct number in the space provided. This game is recommended for students aged 10+ Click here to play.
Explanatory YouTube Links
Below are a selection of YouTube links that could be used to explain and rehearse the topic of patterns within early numeracy lessons.
What is Pattern?
A quick and easy YouTube video that will aid in the rehearsal of patterns. Quite basic, would recommend for kinder or prep year levels. Click here to play
Patterns- Maths Song
A short song which encourages children to sing along, teaching them all about different types of patters. Would recommend in the early year levels- will require teachers guidance.
Click here to play.
What are Number Patterns?
A useful tool to discuss the idea of number patterns with early numeracy students. Would suit students between the years of prep and grade three.
Click here to play.
References
Assessment and Reporting Authority.(2012). Australian Curriculum. Retrieved from http://www.australiancurriculum.edu.au/mathematics/Curriculum/F-10?layout=1
Carpenter, T. P., L. Levi, M. Loef Franke & J. K. Zeringue, (2004). "Algebra in Elementary School: Developing Rational Thinking." ZDM The International Journal of Mathematics Education 37 (1): 53-59.
Clements, D. H., & J. Sarama, (October 2000). "The Earliest Geometry." Teaching Children Mathematics: 82-86.
Coburn, T., Bushey, B., Holton,L., Latoza., D., Mortimer S., & Shotwell. D. (1992) Patterns, Reston, VA: NCTM
Hurst, C. (1997) Pattern in Problem Solving Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom, 1997, Vol.2(3), p.27-29
Lannin, J. K., (2005). "Generalisation and Justification: the challenge of Introducing algebraic reasoning through Pattern activities." Mathematical Thinking and Learning 7 (3): 231-317.
Light, E. (2010). My lightbulb moment: Even teachers make mistakes. [online]. Teacher; n.208 p.20-22; January/February 2010
McGarvey, L. M., (May 2013). "Is it a Pattern?" Teaching Children Mathematics 19 (9): 564-571.
Mulligan, J.T., Mitchelmore, M.C. (2013). Early Awareness of Mathematical Pattern and Structure. Reconceptualizing early mathematics learning, 29-45. Doi: 10.1007/978-94-007-6440-8
Reys, R., Lindquist, M., Lambdin, D., & Smith, N. (2009). Helping children learn mathematics. (1st Aust. Ed). Queensland. John Wiley & Sons.
Assessment and Reporting Authority.(2012). Australian Curriculum. Retrieved from http://www.australiancurriculum.edu.au/mathematics/Curriculum/F-10?layout=1
Carpenter, T. P., L. Levi, M. Loef Franke & J. K. Zeringue, (2004). "Algebra in Elementary School: Developing Rational Thinking." ZDM The International Journal of Mathematics Education 37 (1): 53-59.
Clements, D. H., & J. Sarama, (October 2000). "The Earliest Geometry." Teaching Children Mathematics: 82-86.
Coburn, T., Bushey, B., Holton,L., Latoza., D., Mortimer S., & Shotwell. D. (1992) Patterns, Reston, VA: NCTM
Hurst, C. (1997) Pattern in Problem Solving Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom, 1997, Vol.2(3), p.27-29
Lannin, J. K., (2005). "Generalisation and Justification: the challenge of Introducing algebraic reasoning through Pattern activities." Mathematical Thinking and Learning 7 (3): 231-317.
Light, E. (2010). My lightbulb moment: Even teachers make mistakes. [online]. Teacher; n.208 p.20-22; January/February 2010
McGarvey, L. M., (May 2013). "Is it a Pattern?" Teaching Children Mathematics 19 (9): 564-571.
Mulligan, J.T., Mitchelmore, M.C. (2013). Early Awareness of Mathematical Pattern and Structure. Reconceptualizing early mathematics learning, 29-45. Doi: 10.1007/978-94-007-6440-8
Reys, R., Lindquist, M., Lambdin, D., & Smith, N. (2009). Helping children learn mathematics. (1st Aust. Ed). Queensland. John Wiley & Sons.