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Patterns, Functions, and Algebra: Wired for Space

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students assess how patterns, functions and algebra can assist NASA engineers design new ways of propelling spacecrafts. They explore how electricity and magnetism are replacing the fuel-consuming rocket propulsion. Electromagnetism is...
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Patterns

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders recognize shape and number patterns. In groups, 5th graders use strategies to find patterns. They extend the patterns and give explanations as to how they found the pattern. Students use the computer and the hundreds...
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Exploring Patterns

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students explore patterns. In this math lesson plan, students use a variety of objects to create patterns. Students answer questions about the patterns they create.
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Patterns with Decimals

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders are given a set of manipulatives to use to develop patterns. In groups, they follow the directions to determine which blocks go with which pattern and put them into the correct sequence. To end the lesson, they complete a...
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Investigation-Pattern/Functions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore number patterns. In this number patterns and probability math lesson, students work in groups to describe the patterns present in the first five rows of Pascal's Triangle, then write numbers to continue this pattern....
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Playing with Patterns

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Learners use objects and symbols to create original linear patterns. In this patterns lesson plan, students also translate patterns from one modality to another.
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Buggy Patterns

For Teachers 1st
First graders discuss the definition of patterns, and sing the song, Going Buggy, identifying patterns in the song. They create original patterns using bug counters and insect stickers.
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Analyzing Numeric and Geometric Patterns of Paper Pool

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students use concrete and pictorial representation of geometric patterns to extend patterns. In this geometric patterns lesson plan, students identify patterns and extend them.
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Extending Pattern Understandings

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Learners use shapes and manipulatives to demonstrate patterns. In this patterns lesson plan, students also break up patterns to identify a pattern unit.
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Number Patterns: Square and Rectangular Numbers

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Pupils explore number patterns. In this number pattern lesson, students discover the attributes of square and rectangular numbers as well as the number patterns associated with them. Pupils complete worksheet activities that...
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Number Patterns: Triangular Numbers

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore number patterns. In this number pattern lesson, students discover the attributes of triangular numbers as well as the number patterns associated with them as they practice sequencing 10 triangular numbers.
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Keeping in Shape

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders describe patterns in terms of reflection and rotation symmetry, and translations. They design and make a pattern which involves translation, reflection, or rotation. They demonstrate why a given tessellation covers the...
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Geometric Designs in the Game of "Life"

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students play a game to discover simple patterns. In this geometric designs lesson, students use a game board and counters to represent survivals, deaths, and births. They explore simple patterns for several generations.
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Symmetries in Quadrilateral Tilings

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students analyze symmetries of quadrilateral tilings and discover how various types of symmetries, used alone or in combination, can generate the same pattern in more than one way.
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Alien Math

For Teachers 1st
First graders identify combinations and patterns in this lesson. They manipulate an alien picture with 10 arms - 5 red and 5 blue. They use an individual alien picture to identify as many combinations as possible. Students compare...
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Third Grade Math Practice

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this math practice worksheet, students complete a total of 20 problems that use a variety of 3rd grade concepts. An answer key is given. 
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Investigation - Adrienne's Pattern Block Angles

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders investigate possible solutions to a word problem. They explore properties of polygons and right angles. Students demonstrate proper angle measurement. Students discover patterns.
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Patterned Leaf Cloths

For Teachers K
Students identify and reproduce simple patterns (e.g., red blocks alternating with blue blocks; clap-clap-stamp) and create and extend simple patterns using a variety of materials or actions (e.g., popsicle sticks, pebbles, stickers,...
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Christmas Patterns

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
In this early childhood Christmas patterns worksheet, students examine 3 rows of Christmas ornament patterns and complete the patterns by pasting the appropriate ornament in place.
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Math-Geometry: Area and Perimeter

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Upper graders measure the area and perimeter of several items. In this area and perimeter lesson, learners engage in measuring area and perimeter in several scenarios. Full-group instruction requires students to listen to instruction and...
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Frieze Patterns And Tiles

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate geometry with the use of a creative project. They review relevant vocabulary that includes turn, flip, side, and angles. Students also practice conducting transformations used as inspiration for the project. Then...
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Math Practice-Grade 2

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
In this grade 2 math practice worksheet, students complete a set of 24 problems using a variety of grade 2 concepts. Answers are included.
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Mayan Math

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders investigate the Maya's as mathematicians. In this Mayan math lessons, 5th graders work with the ancient Mayan numbering system by comparing it to the American Number System. They tell the differences and similarities...
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Arts Impact and Math

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders incorporate math into dancing. In this algebra instructional activity, 3rd graders identify different shapes and patterns using dance movements. They relate the different creations to polygons as they incorporate the use of...

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