AC9MFA01

Algebra > Patterns

Australian Curriculum Version 9 Says:

Recognise, copy and continue repeating patterns represented in different ways.

What this means

Given a pattern, children replicate this identically at first and later, continue patterns.

  • The different ways might be patterns involving colour, shape, different materials or actions such as jumping or clapping.

Tips

  • The pattern should only be two parts at this stage (see image for example)
  • Activity: Thread or lace materials.
  • Activity: Act out patterns e.g. jump, jump, clap, jump, jump, clap…

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Resources & Manipulatives

These Quick Curriculum Guides have been designed to take a look at the Australian Mathematics Curriculum (AC9), explain terminology and provide interpretations.

Narelle and I have used our professional judgement to put forward what is appropriate for students at this year level.

Authors: Dr Paul Swan & Narelle Rice
We would like to also thank Linda Marshall and David Dunstan for comments and assistance.

These documents serve as general advice only and do not take into account your specific needs and conditions. While best care has been taken in compiling these materials, mistakes may exist.
Australian Curriculum version 9 materials used under Creative Commons licence from ACARA. Readers should always refer back to the curriculum itself and the state-based curriculum that is relevant for you.

This document is copyright of A-Z Type (Dr Paul Swan). A copy of this document may be downloaded from www.drpaulswan.com.au.