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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
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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
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Prentice, Gerard – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Discusses the use of flexible straws for teaching properties of figures and families of shapes. Describes a way to make various two- or three-dimensional geometric shapes. Lists eight advantages of the method. (YP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometric Constructions
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Onslow, Barry – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Uses pentominoes to examine the concepts of congruence, similarity, transformations, tessellations, networks, perimeter, area, and volume in a problem-solving, cooperative learning environment. Discusses the construction of three-dimensional pentominoes. (YP)
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Educational Games, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
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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
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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
Gonsalves, Philip; Kopp, Jaine – 1995
The activities presented in this guide are designed for elementary age students, and intended to provide hands-on, integrated learning experiences. A learning station format is indicated for open ended activities which include a "Preliminary Activity: Free Exploration First!", an "Introductory Activity: Architect/Builder", and…
Descriptors: Architecture, Art Activities, Elementary Education, Experiential Learning
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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
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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
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Newton, John E. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1988
Describes some developmental changes in children's free creations with pattern blocks and demonstrates how to build on this natural interest to teach Logo programing. (PK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education