It is very important for students to learn about pattern in their mathematical development and helping them build knowledge and make connections between number and pattern.
Concepts children will experience include:
- Using the colour to make a pattern
- Sharing and describing patterns
- Creating, and analysing patterns
- Extending patterns
Ideally teachers will make connections with aspects of the children’s world through the use of story, real life examples and stimulus materials. Before students can copy, continue or create patterns, they need to know what pattern is.
Students can explore the world outside the classroom and discover patterns in their environment.
