Artifact CommonsFind the repeating part
Arcomm · First edition, 2026-09-08 · References
Try it
- Find the part that repeats.
- Continue the pattern.
- Make the same pattern with sounds or moves.
Find the part that repeats. Continue each pattern.
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Make the same pattern with sounds or movements. Then create a new pattern.
Your materials
Open the pupil workbook PDF. Use pages 17, 46.
Pattern page and shape pieces.
Teacher lesson plan
Learning goal
Identify, continue, and translate a repeating unit.
Before teaching
Can distinguish the chosen attributes.
Model
Arrange circle-square-circle-square. Mark circle-square as the unit that repeats. Say it while pointing. Show why simply guessing the next item is weaker evidence than identifying the unit.
Guide, then apply
Continue the pupil patterns, identify the repeating unit, and translate one into clap-tap or accessible movements. Invite a partner to find and repair a deliberate break.
Interpret the response
Pattern A continues circle, square; pattern B (triangle, triangle, circle) continues triangle, triangle, circle. Different appearances can preserve the same relational pattern.
Support
Use a clear contrasting pair and model grouping the unit. Replace color-only distinctions with shape or texture.
Extend when ready
Create a different repeating unit, represent it with symbols, and explain whether a partner’s translation preserves it.
Fresh check
Make stamp-stamp-clap repeated and ask the child to represent the repeating unit with new materials.
Teacher plans PDF: page 17. Record exact support and revisit the idea later.
Keep learning
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References and source dates
Sources and dates
- CDE: Mathematics: current PTKLF edition. Retrieved (UTC).
- IES What Works Clearinghouse: Teaching Math to Young Children: 2013 practice guide. Retrieved (UTC).