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reSolve: Patterns: Attribute Train
This sequence of two lessons explores the similarity and differences of objects based on attributes. The sequence begins by looking at the attributes of colour and shape and then introduces a third attribute of size. Students are asked to determine what an object might look like when one or two of its attributes are changed. Each lesson is outlined in detail including curriculum links, vocabulary, materials needed, sample answers, discussion points and student resources such as sample shapes to sort. This sequence is part of the reSolve: Mathematics by Inquiry program.
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Year level(s) | Foundation |
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Audience | Teacher |
Purpose | Teaching resource |
Format | Downloadable resources |
Teaching strategies and pedagogical approaches | Mathematics investigation |
Keywords | patterns, combinations, sorting, classification |
Curriculum alignment |
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Curriculum connections | Numeracy |
Strand and focus | Algebra, Build understanding, Apply understanding |
Topics | Patterns and algebra |
AC: Mathematics content descriptions |
ACMNA005
Sort and classify familiar objects and explain the basis for these classifications. Copy, continue and create patterns with objects and drawings |
National numeracy learning progression |
Number patterns and algebraic thinking
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NPA1, NPA2
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Copyright details |
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Organisation | reSolve Maths by Inquiry |
Copyright | © Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment 2021. Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0. |
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