Math
Study of numbers, quantities, shapes, and patterns.
Basic Concepts
Patterns and Sequences
Spotting Patterns
Patterns are repeating designs or sequences we see in numbers, shapes, and colors. They help us predict what comes next.
- Number Patterns:
- 2, 4, 6, 8, ... (add 2 each time)
- 1, 3, 6, 10, ... (add 2, then 3, then 4, ...)
Why Are Patterns Important?
Patterns help us solve problems and understand how things change over time. They are the building blocks for bigger math ideas.
Patterns in Nature and Life
Patterns show up in nature (like the petals of a flower), music (beats and rhythms), and art (repeating designs).
Examples
Finding the next shape in a sequence of pictures.
Noticing stripes on a zebra or spots on a ladybug.
In a Nutshell
Patterns are regular arrangements that help us predict and solve problems.