Activities are suggested which emphasize finding patterns in multiplication of fractions, decimals, and negative numbers, in division of fractions, and in conversions within the metric system. (DT)

Patterns of addends are investigated. The activity is related to Dienes' learning theory. (DT)

Activities are described that reinforce knowledge of multiplication facts and also give students practice in making generalizations that improve problem-solving skills and provide a foundation for work with fractions. (MNS)

Activities are described in which number patterns in two-digit multiplication exercises are investigated. (DT)

Activities and problems are interspersed with commentary in this book on the learning and teaching of mathematics. The emphasis is on helping students to enjoy mathematics through an awareness of structure and patterns. The chapter titles are as follows: (1) "My Three Sons--A Game"; (2) "The Tower Game"; (3) "Mathematical Games on a Different…

Described is a recursive LOGO method for dissecting polygons into congruent parts (rep tiles) similar to the original polygon, thereby producing unexpected patterns. A list of descriptions for such dissections is included along with suggestions for modifications that allow extended student explorations into tile patterns. (JJK)

Eight teaching ideas involving circular shapes and patterns are described for grades one through eight. (JT)

Four worksheets designed to be used with calculators are presented. For levels 1-2, counting is the focus; levels 3-4, estimation; levels 5-6, use of memory keys; and for levels 7-8, patterns. (MNS)

Describes an activity (which has worked well with gifted students in grades 2-10, high school seniors, and in-service workshops) which uses only loops of string or yarn approximately six to nine meters in length. Groups (four to six participants) then make various geometric patterns using the yarn. (JN)

Includes patterns for and a brief discussion of the polyhedra: octahedron, tetrahedron, dodecahedron, cuboid, prism, and star. (PK)

Practice on computation is provided using new and novel situations, with discovery of number patterns a bonus of the computation. Activities with disguised addition and multiplication tables for whole numbers and integers are presented for varying levels. (MNS)

The "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics" furnishes many examples of how skills and concepts are built at the preceding levels, such as K-4, 5-8, or 9-12. This article illustrates the development of concepts and skills related to functions. Examples with diagrams are provided. (YP)

Provided are student activities to introduce the geometric concepts of line symmetry and rotational symmetry as related to Hawaiian quilting patterns. Paper squares, scissors, and folding techniques afford the teacher the chance to stimulate class discussion about pattern recognition and to integrate mathematics with the cultural world outside the…

Discusses the collaboration between a university and local school district in the use of calculators to help students discover patterns and to estimate quotients when dividing decimals. (MKR)

This module, designed to help students find and identify various geometric shapes and solids, contains 26 worksheets. Topics covered by these worksheets include: identification and grouping of objects with particular patterns, work with pentagons, hexagons, spirals, and symmetry. Teaching suggestions are included. (MK)