Patterns Math Interactive Notebook (VA SOL 3.16)

This product covers the 2016 Virginia (VA) Standards of Learning (SOL) 3.16: The student will identify, describe, create, and extend patterns found in objects, pictures, numbers and tables.

(note that this will also work for the 2023 VA SOL 3.PFA.1: The student will identify, describe, extend, and create increasing and decreasing patterns (limited to addition and subtraction of whole numbers), including those in context, using various representations.)

It contains notes pages on identifying patterns, the different types of patterns, extending patterns, repeating patterns, growing (or increasing and decreasing) patterns, and table patterns. Students are asked to identify the rules, fill in missing numbers, or replicate patterns throughout the unit to build a better understanding of the topic.

There are practice pages for each topic, with an answer key included.

The notes pages come in two sizes. The first size is a full-page size. You can print them as-is, or you can print them two to a pages. This is what I do as it saves on paper and the sheets will fit in a notebook. The second size is formatted to fit on a standard composition notebook page.

Additionally, there are two links included in the pdf: one which opens a digital version of the notes, and another that opens a slide show version, optimized for a projector or interactive board. In both cases, which you click the link, you will be prompted to make a copy, which you can then use with Google Slides or download and use with Keynote or PowerPoint.

What's included?

Patterns Vocabulary

Identifying Patterns

Types of Patterns

Extending Patterns

Finding the Rule of Repeating Patterns

Finding the Rule of Growing Patterns (sometimes referred to as "increasing/decreasing" patterns)

Missing Item Patterns

Patterns Quick Check

Input/Output Tables

Input/Output Tables Quick Check

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