Make a repeating pattern

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Definition of a Repeating Pattern

• A repeating pattern is a sequence of shapes, colors, numbers, or objects that repeat in a predictable manner. It follows a specific order that is replicated over and over again.

Types of Repeating Patterns

• Simple Patterns: These consist of two or three elements that repeat, such as ABAB (e.g., red-blue-red-blue) or ABCABC (e.g., square-circle-triangle-square-circle-triangle).
• Complex Patterns: These involve more elements and can include multiple repetitions within a single cycle, such as AABB (e.g., red-red-blue-blue).

Elements of Patterns

• Shapes: Circles, squares, triangles, etc., can be arranged in a repeating sequence.
• Colors: Different colors can be used to create a pattern, like red-blue-red-blue.
• Sizes: Patterns can also involve varying sizes, such as big-small-big-small.
• Numbers or Letters: Using numbers or letters in a sequence can form a repeating pattern, such as 1-2-1-2 or A-B-C-A-B-C.

Creating Patterns

• Encourage students to use objects like blocks, beads, or stickers to create their own repeating patterns.
• Drawing or coloring can also be a fun way to practice creating and recognizing patterns.

Recognizing Patterns

• Students should learn to identify the repeating part of the pattern (the core) and determine how it repeats.
• Example: In the pattern red-green-red-green, the core is “red-green.”

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