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

PDF Level 3-4 - Patterns- Teacher file

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The document outlines a Math Kangaroo class for students in levels 3-4, focusing on patterns as a primary problem-solving strategy. The class session is structured with a warm-up, introduction to the strategy, problem-solving activities, and a wrap-up. The session emphasizes finding patterns to solve problems and suggests combining this with simpler problem-solving strategies. An example warm-up problem involves a student solving increasing numbers of problems each day, which are explained by identifying a mathematical pattern.<br /><br />The class also presents a roadmap of problem-solving strategies, including recognizing patterns, drawing diagrams, making lists, and other logical reasoning strategies. Multiple-choice and bonus questions from past Math Kangaroo competitions are used to illustrate these techniques. Problems range from identifying patterns in numbers and sequences to practical problems involving counting and geometry.<br /><br />The document provides vocabulary specific to understanding patterns, like "consecutive," "sequence," and "rotated," ensuring that students grasp the terms used in problems. Additionally, it mentions a 4-step problem-solving strategy: understand the problem, plan a solution, carry out the plan, and review to ensure the accuracy of the solution.<br /><br />The lesson's wrap-up encourages students to identify when and how the pattern strategy was used, and invites them to share their own problem drafts. Overall, the document serves as a guide for teaching young students to identify and use patterns effectively in mathematical problem-solving.

Keywords

Math Kangaroo

problem-solving

patterns

strategy

students

sequences

geometry

vocabulary

logical reasoning

4-step strategy