| Lesson start ideas | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What age group | Year or Grade 5 |
| What topic | Patterns |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
As mathematicians, we are always looking for patterns - in numbers, shapes, and even in the world around us! Today, we will be exploring patterns in mathematics.
Let's start by playing a game! I am going to show you a pattern, and I want you to guess what comes next in the series.
Take a moment to think about it, and then share your answer with the class.
Now, let's define what a pattern is in mathematics. A pattern is a sequence of numbers, shapes, or objects that repeats in a predictable way.
For example, the pattern we just saw was a sequence of odd numbers that increase by 2 each time. This pattern can be written as:
Studying patterns in mathematics is important for a number of reasons. First, it helps us to develop our problem-solving skills by allowing us to recognize and predict sequences of numbers or objects. Additionally, patterns can be found in many areas of mathematics including algebra, geometry, and statistics.
Let's dive into some specific examples of patterns in different areas of math in our next lesson.