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ACARA AC9MFA01, Copy and continue patterns

Foundation · Algebra

Recognise, copy and keep going with simple repeating patterns shown with objects, shapes, sounds or movements.

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Teaching guide

What students learn

Recognise, copy and keep going with simple repeating patterns shown with objects, shapes, sounds or movements.

How to teach it

Identify the repeating unit or the rule (add 3, double), extend it, and describe it in words. Build growing patterns with materials.

Worked example
★ ■ ★ ■ ★ ___
Answer:

Generated and checked in code, so it is correct.

Watch out for

Noticing only the first step of a rule, or continuing by appearance rather than the underlying rule.

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