Explore a basic pattern to practice writing expressions. In collaborative groups, learners examine a contextual pattern and write an expression to model it. The task encourages groups to describe the pattern in multiple ways.

Concepts

algebraic equations, algebraic expressions, numerical expressions, patterns

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide manipulatives for those needing extra support
• Circulate during collaborative work and make note of interesting conversations to share with the whole group

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils should have previous experience writing expressions

Pros

• Provides possible reflection questions and prompts
• Challenging task uses higher order thinking skills

Cons

• None

Common Core

5.OA.A.1 5.OA.A.2 7.EE.A.2 MP2 MP3 MP4 MP7 MP8