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Whitin, David – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979
Number patterns discovered by third graders are described and discussed. (MK)
Descriptors: Activities, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction

Trotter, Terrel, Jr.; Myers, Mark D. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1980
An activity is presented which provides a novel approach to number patterns, experience in following an unusual algorithmic procedure, and practice in systematic search techniques and basic facts. (MK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics Curriculum

Maletsky, Evan M., Ed.; And Others – Mathematics Teacher, 1979
Mathematical activities suitable for reproduction as worksheets are suggested. These activities are adaptations of the classic tower puzzle and are intended to help students discover patterns, make generalizations, and use the strategy of solving simpler problems in order to solve a more difficult one. (MK)
Descriptors: Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Instruction, Patternmaking

Hirsch, Christian R. – Mathematics Teacher, 1980
Worksheets for duplication are provided for this activity designed for students in grades 6-10. The objective of the activity is to have students discover generalizations about the patterns formed. (MK)
Descriptors: Activities, Algebra, Generalization, Geometric Concepts

Pitts, J. L. – Mathematics in School, 1979
Patterns generated by the set of natural or counting numbers are discussed. Included are quartic, odd, square, and triangular numbers. (MK)
Descriptors: Addition, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics

Scheuer, Donald W., Jr.; Williams, David E. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1980
Two posters that can be used to provide experience in recognizing patterns in sequences of numbers are provided. Suggested number sequences for different grade levels are given. (MK)
Descriptors: Activities, Educational Media, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics

Silverman, Helene, Ed. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Provides four activities asking students to observe and classify star patterns and to identify polygons and continuous paths while observing similarities and differences. Presents the objectives, directions, extensions, answers, references, and worksheet for each activity. (YP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometry

Ransom, Peter – Mathematics in School, 1988
The author suggests ideas intended to lead to independent study on topics including trigonometry, Pythagoras, algebra, transformational geometry, primes, and countability. The ideas are based on Islamic patterns devised using a square lattice of dots and repeated reflections. (PK)
Descriptors: Geometric Concepts, Islamic Culture, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Curriculum

Chinn, Phyllis Zweig – Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Explores the following classical problem: given any 30 points on a circle, join them in pairs by segments in all possible ways. What is the greatest number of nonoverlapping regions into which the interior of the circle can be separated? Presents strategies for solving this problem. (PK)
Descriptors: Creative Thinking, Induction, Logical Thinking, Mathematical Concepts

Ericksen, Donna B.; Frank, Martha L. – Mathematics in School, 1991
Quilt-making is presented as an activity that helps elementary school children recognize and appreciate geometry in their world while developing their problem-solving skills. Students choose an appropriate pattern and cooperatively make the quilt. Related measurement questions and problems are provided. (MDH)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Enrichment Activities, Experiential Learning, Geometric Concepts

Rawson, Bill – Mathematics in School, 1990
Discusses six activities from concrete to abstract related to geometric patterns. The stages of the activities are familiarization, starting point, walkabout, do-it-yourself, and investigation. Provides pictures of diverse patterns. (YP)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts

Schalch, Zoe; Wallace, Robyn – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Four activity workshops are suggested which might be used for several different purposes. The reproducible worksheets address clock patterns, patterns with tides, extending Pythagoras, and fractions extended. (PK)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Geometric Concepts, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Curriculum

Cassell, David – Mathematics in School, 1988
Includes patterns for and a brief discussion of the polyhedra: octahedron, tetrahedron, dodecahedron, cuboid, prism, and star. (PK)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Geometric Concepts, Geometry

Clason, Robert G. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Discusses the golden ratio and how to make golden triangles using recursive Logo programs. Presents some outputs of the Penrose tile patterns. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software