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Activity Overview

Students investigate patterns in ordered pairs generated by constructing a sequence of similar shapes. They will then use the patterns and the calculator to predict the number of blocks it will take to build a specific shape in the sequence.

Before the Activity

  • See the attached PDF file for detailed instructions for this activity
  • Print student activity sheets pages 38 - 39 from the attached PDF file for your class

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    		During the Activity

    		Distribute the pages to the class.

    Follow the activity procedures:
  • Use triangle Pattern Blocks to make a pattern of a larger triangle
  • Predict how many triangles it will take to make the next larger triangle of the same shape
  • Record the number of blocks used and find the area of the triangle
  • Use the calculator to predict the area of the 95th triangle
  • Choose a different Pattern Block and repeat the activity

    		After the Activity

  • Review student results
  • As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging
  • Re-teach concepts as necessary

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    Subject Area:
    Math : Elementary Math : Geometry
    Math : Elementary Math : Number Sense and Estimation
    Math : PreAlgebra : Geometry
    Math : Middle Grades Math : Problem Solving
    Math : Middle Grades Math : Geometry

    Author:
    Texas Instruments

    Level:
    5-8, K-4

    Activity Time:
    60 Minutes

    Device:
    TI-10, TI-15 Explorer™

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    Other:
    This is Activity 8 from the EXPLORATIONS Book:
    Uncovering Math with Manipulatives, the TI-10, and the TI-15 Explorer

    The following materials are required for this activity:

  • Pattern Blocks
  • Area patterns
  • Pencils


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