Grade 1
  1. Numbers and Counting  1.1. Counting to 10  1.2. Counting to 20  1.3. Counting to 50  1.4. Counting to 100  1.5. Writing Numbers 1 to 10  1.6. Writing Numbers 1 to 20  1.7. Writing Numbers 1 to 50  1.8. Writing Numbers 1 to 100  1.9. Reading Numbers 1 to 10  1.10. Reading Numbers 1 to 20  1.11. Reading Numbers 1 to 50  1.12. Reading Numbers 1 to 100  1.13. Comparing Numbers  1.14. Ordering Numbers  1.15. Odd and Even Numbers  1.16. Number Patterns  1.17. Skip Counting by 2s, 5s, and 10s  1.18. Understanding Zero
  2. Basic Addition and Subtraction  2.1. Understanding Addition  2.2. Addition Facts within 10  2.3. Addition Facts within 20  2.4. Adding Zero  2.5. Adding One More  2.6. Adding Two More  2.7. Adding Three More  2.8. Adding Using Pictures  2.9. Addition Word Problems  2.10. Understanding Subtraction  2.11. Subtraction Facts within 10  2.12. Subtraction Facts within 20  2.13. Subtracting Zero  2.14. Subtracting One  2.15. Subtracting Two  2.16. Subtraction Using Pictures  2.17. Subtraction Word Problems  2.18. Introduction to Doubles Facts  2.19. Introduction to Making 10
  3. Place Value and Number Sense  3.1. Understanding Tens and Ones  3.2. Counting by Tens  3.3. Place Value within 20  3.4. Place Value within 50  3.5. Place Value within 100  3.6. Reading and Writing Two-Digit Numbers  3.7. Comparing Two-Digit Numbers  3.8. Decomposing Numbers
  4. Measurement  4.1. Length  4.1.1. Comparing Lengths  4.1.2. Measuring with Non-Standard Units  4.1.3. Using Standard Units (Inches and Centimeters) in Length  4.2. Weight  4.2.1. Comparing Weights  4.2.2. Heavy and Light Objects  4.2.3. Introduction to Grams and Pounds  4.3. Capacity  4.3.1. Comparing Capacity  4.3.2. Full and Empty  4.3.3. Introduction to Liters and Milliliters  4.4. Time  4.4.1. Telling Time to the Hour  4.4.2. Telling Time to the Half Hour  4.4.3. Days of the Week  4.4.4. Months of the Year  4.4.5. Understanding Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow  4.5. Money  4.5.1. Recognizing Coins  4.5.2. Counting Coins  4.5.3. Introduction to Dollar and Cents Symbols  4.5.4. Simple Addition and Subtraction with Money
  5. Geometry  5.1. 2D Shapes  5.1.1. Recognizing 2D Shapes  5.1.2. Drawing 2D Shapes  5.1.3. Naming 2D Shapes  5.1.4. Properties of 2D Shapes  5.1.5. Sorting 2D Shapes  5.1.6. Composing Simple Shapes  5.2. 3D Shapes  5.2.1. Recognizing 3D Shapes  5.2.2. Naming 3D Shapes  5.2.3. Properties of 3D Shapes  5.2.4. Sorting 3D Shapes  5.3. Position and Direction  5.3.1. Left and Right  5.3.2. Above and Below  5.3.3. Inside and Outside  5.3.4. Near and Far  5.3.5. In Front and Behind
  6. Patterns and Sorting  6.1. Recognizing Patterns  6.2. Extending Patterns  6.3. Creating Patterns  6.4. Sorting by Color  6.5. Sorting by Shape  6.6. Sorting by Size
  7. Data and Graphing  7.1. Introduction to Data  7.2. Collecting Data  7.3. Tally Marks  7.4. Bar Graphs  7.5. Picture Graphs  7.6. Interpreting Simple Graphs
  8. Fractions  8.1. Understanding Halves  8.2. Understanding Fourths  8.3. Dividing Shapes into Equal Parts  8.4. Identifying Equal and Unequal Parts

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Creating Patterns


Patterns are all around us! From the stripes on a zebra to the tiles on the floor, patterns make things organized and beautiful. In math, especially in grade 1, we start learning about creating and identifying patterns. Let's go on a journey to explore and understand patterns in a simple and exciting way!

What is the pattern?

A pattern is something that repeats in a predictable way. Patterns can be found in numbers, shapes, colors, and even everyday activities. When you see something repeating and you can predict what will happen next, you are seeing a pattern!

Why are patterns important?

Creating and understanding patterns is important because:

  • Patterns help us make predictions.
  • They make complex things easier to understand.
  • They are the basis of many other mathematical concepts such as counting, addition and even multiplication.

Types of patterns

Let's take a look at some of the types of patterns you might find:

1. Color pattern

Think of a row of blocks that follow a repeating color sequence, such as red, blue, red, blue. This is a simple color pattern.

2. Shape pattern

Patterns can also be made from shapes. For example, circle, square, circle, square.

3. Number patterns

Numbers can also form patterns. Consider the sequence: 2, 4, 6, 8. This pattern increases by 2 each time. 
2, 4, 6, 8, ...

4. Action pattern

Patterns aren't just visual; they can also be actions. For example, if you clap, then snap your fingers, and repeat—that's an action pattern. 
Clap, Snap, Clap, Snap, ...

How to make a pattern

Creating patterns can be a lot of fun! You can create them with colors, shapes, numbers, and actions. Let's see how you can create your own pattern!

Creating a color pattern

Let's try to create a pattern using colors. Choose two colors, such as yellow and green, and repeat them:

Yellow, Green, Yellow, Green, ...

Making a shape pattern

Choose two shapes for your pattern. You can use a triangle and a rectangle:

Triangle, Rectangle, Triangle, Rectangle, ...

Creating number patterns

Create a pattern with numbers. Let's start with 5 and add 5 each time:

5, 10, 15, 20, ...

Here, we start with 5 and add 5 to get the next number.

Creating action patterns

Create a pattern with actions. Try jumping and spinning:

Jump, Spin, Jump, Spin, ...

Repeat these actions to continue the pattern!

Practice making patterns

Let's practice making some fun patterns. Can you fill in the missing parts?

Finish color pattern: Red, Yellow, Red, Yellow, ?

Next color: Red

Complete the shape pattern: circle, square, circle, ?

Next shape: square

Fill in the number pattern: 3, 6, 9, 12, ?

Next digit: 15

Continue the verb pattern: hop, skip, hop, ?

Next action: Leave

Challenge yourself!

Once you're comfortable making simple patterns, try making more challenging patterns. Can you make a pattern with three or more elements?

Color challenge

Try this sequence: blue, orange, green, blue, orange, green,

Size challenge

Draw this pattern: hexagon, star, circle, hexagon, star, circle,

Advanced pattern concepts

As you become more skilled at spotting patterns, you may begin to notice more complex patterns in the world around you. For example, you may see patterns in the repetition of the days of the week or the change of seasons.

Days of the week

Think of how the days repeat: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and then back to Monday!

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, ...

Seasons of the year

Remember the pattern of the seasons: winter, spring, summer, autumn (or fall), then back to winter!

Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn, ...

Using patterns in real life

Patterns aren't just for math classes - they're part of our everyday lives. Here are some examples of how patterns are used in real life:

  • Music: Songs consist of a repeated verse and chorus.
  • Art: Many artworks use patterns to create beauty and rhythm.
  • Nature: The arrangement of leaves, petals and seeds often follows natural patterns.
  • Clothing: Clothing often features printed patterns, such as stripes or polka dots.

Conclusion

Making patterns is a fun and important skill that helps us understand the world better. By practicing making and recognizing different patterns in shapes, colors, numbers, and actions, we are building a foundation for learning more complex math concepts. So keep experimenting with patterns, and see how many patterns you can find in your everyday life!


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