Lesson Plans SET B for Grades 3-4-PDF Level 3-4

PDF Level 3-4 - Patterns- Presentation

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This document outlines a Math Kangaroo class designed for students in levels 3-4 with a focus on understanding and applying patterns to solve mathematical problems. The lesson includes specific structures and activities: <br /><br />- **Warm-up**: A review of a simple problem, such as Adam solving math problems over four days with an increasing pattern, to introduce the concept of patterns (5 minutes).<br /><br />- **Instruction on Pattern Strategy**: Students are taught how to recognize and extend patterns as a problem-solving strategy. This involves applying the pattern to simplify and solve complex problems by breaking them down, often in conjunction with other tactics like solving simpler related problems, drawing diagrams, or logical reasoning (5 minutes).<br /><br />- **Practice Problems**: Students work through a series of problems (#1-6), with potential bonus questions to further challenge their understanding. The scenarios include problem-solving with patterns in geometric shapes, number sequences, colored objects, and spatial arrangements like seating around a table or a painted cube (40 minutes).<br /><br />- **Wrap-Up**: The lesson concludes with a review session to discuss when and how to apply the pattern strategy effectively, followed by Genius Hour time where students can share and develop their own problem-solving scenarios (10 minutes).<br /><br />Key strategies taught include recognizing sequence patterns, organizing information visually, using logical reasoning, and employing a step-by-step problem-solving approach. Vocabulary specific to the lesson, such as "consecutive," "rotate," and "sequence," is introduced to enhance mathematical literacy. Additional activities include bonus questions that extend the concepts, such as determining possible flower sitting sequences for a bee. This educational approach fosters critical thinking and pattern recognition skills vital for mathematical problem-solving.

Keywords

Math Kangaroo

pattern recognition

problem-solving

mathematical literacy

sequence patterns

logical reasoning

geometric shapes

number sequences

spatial arrangements

critical thinking