Patterns and algebra
Based on the Australian Curriculum, Patterns and algebra in Mathematics Foundation Year includes:
- ACMNA005 Sort and classify familiar objects and explain the basis for these classifications. Copy, continue and create patterns with objects and drawings
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2D Shapes in the Environment Poster Pack
Explore 2D shapes in the environment using this set of 8 display posters showing the shapes and everyday examples.
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Python Patterns – Match-Up Activity
An activity for students to consolidate copying and creating patterns.
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2D Shapes in the Environment Cut and Sort Worksheet
Students will categorise and sort 2D shapes using this ability-levelled worksheet set.
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Foundation Numeracy Exit Tickets – Worksheets
18 Numeracy Exit Ticket activities for students to provide evidence of their learning progress.
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Patterns Maths Investigation - Bands of Friendship
A mathematics investigation involving patterns, embedded in a real-world context.
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Pattern Activity Cards - Fruit
Pattern activities using fruit.
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2D Shapes in the Environment Interactive Activity
Teach students to recognise and name 2D shapes in component parts of everyday items in their environment.
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Find the Pattern Worksheet
A worksheet to assist early learners in recognising patterns.
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Pattern Activity Cards - Sport
Pattern activities using sport related pictures.
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Pattern Activity Cards - Shapes
Pattern activities using different shapes.
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Pattern Activity Cards - Pirates
Pattern activities using pirate pictures.
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Pattern Activity Cards - People
Pattern activities using pictures of people.
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Pattern Activity Cards - Pencils
Pattern activities using coloured pencils.
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Pattern Activity Cards - Birds
Pattern activities using birds.
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Symmetry Pattern Design Worksheet
Have your students create real-world symmetrical representations using this 3-page symmetry worksheet set and a tub of pattern blocks.
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Pattern Block Butterflies Symmetry Task Cards
Bring some colourful fun into your classroom with these symmetry butterflies, a hands-on learning activity for young students to explore the concept of symmetry.
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Pattern Block Flowers Interactive
Use this flower-themed interactive activity for your students to practise using manipulatives to create or expand on shapes using a pattern or symmetry model.
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Halloween Patterns Worksheets
Have fun extending fun patterns with a printable Halloween Pattern worksheet.
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Easter Maths Digital Activities
Have some Easter fun + practise maths topics.
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Easter Worksheets - Egg Maths
Practise a variety of early maths concepts with this pack of Easter worksheets.
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Repeating Patterns Spinner
Have fun using this spinner to reinforce understanding of patterning!
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Three Bears Patterning Worksheet
A patterning worksheet using images of the bears from Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
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Pattern Activity Cards - Little Red Hen
Pattern activities using pictures from The Little Red Hen.
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Patterns and Algebra Worksheets - Foundation
4 patterns and algebra worksheets linked to the Australian Curriculum.