Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers
5.0 (70 reviews)Perfect for math centers, fast-finishers, and cooperative learning!Pattern blocks are not just for primary students! This resource will provide your leaners with engaging puzzle tasks that require critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students must analyze five clues in order to correctly
- Grade
- Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7
- Subject
- Math
- Pages
- 78
- Answer key
- Included
- Teaching duration
- 4 Weeks
- Digital download
Description
Perfect for math centers, fast-finishers, and cooperative learning!
Pattern blocks are not just for primary students! This resource will provide your leaners with engaging puzzle tasks that require critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students must analyze five clues in order to correctly arrange six different Pattern Blocks in a specific arrangement within a 5 x 4 “Matrix-Frame.” These tasks are designed to activate and expand students’ logical reasoning skills while reinforcing various math concepts. The 36 non-routine activities are available in two different formats: “Task Cards”- for independent work, as well as “Group Clues”- for students to work in groups of up to five.
What’s Included:
•Organizational and instructional tips
•“Matrix-Frame” for students to place Pattern Block pieces on
•36 “Task Cards”: Perfect for independent work
•36 “Group Clues”: Allows students to work in groups of three to five
•Student answer sheets for recording solutions
•Answer Key
•Printable Pattern Block Shapes (in color and black-and-white)
Skills Covered:
•Geometry concepts and vocabulary: acute, obtuse, right, congruency, polygons, etc.
•Spatial reasoning
•Visual awareness
•Cooperative learning and communication
•Problem solving and critical thinking
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Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 1
Pattern Block Fraction Task Cards
Brain Power Math: Non-Routine Problem Solving {Book A}
Time to Tile: Equivalent Fractions
Time to Tile: Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions
Time to Tile: Adding and Subtracting
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Reviews
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Great Resource!
My kids are really enjoying it. For this assignment, 6.W26:01 Monday Math Review, problem #4 asks, what are the factors of 30..The test marked my students wrong for clicking 2 and 15. Could that be fixed? How could I give them that point back? Thank you so much!
Sorry about that! I have corrected that error. You can use the same link to download a revised form.
I used this resource as part of my virtual teaching instruction. Great content/questions. I just wish it came in a format where I could make a copy for all students to edit/answer on their own. I have been having to retype the questions into GoogleSlides for student responses.
I use this resource with a small group of students, targeting reading comprehension strategies. They have really enjoyed the stories! I like how it includes fiction and nonfiction. It is low prep and easy to use. I have adapted this resource slightly, as we are unable to answer all three questions each day of the week (M-Th) - so I pick 1-2 questions and students respond to the question using complete sentences.
I used this resource to supplement my ELD textbook. This is much more engaging and detailed.
Questions & Answers (4)
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the shape with right angles goes in the middle.
Hi! I am thinking of purchasing a few resources and noticed this statement when reading about the pattern blocks math centers: "Save money and purchase this as part of the Hands-on Math: Build Your Own Bundle!" I tried to follow the link, but it takes me to your store. I've also looked for a build your own bundle in your store but can't find it. How does it work? I'm interested in bundling what I want to purchase. Thanks!!! :)
Hi there! This is where it explains the discount breakdown when you BYOB: https://teacherthrive.com/byob -- The discounts are automatically applied to your cart when you add 10 or more sets.
What set of pattern blocks do you recommend for this activity?
You can use any set. I like the wooden ones from Lakeshore Learning.
Can you post a picture of the actual activity being done.
Hi there! Right now, I only have a pic of Set 1. The idea is the same. http://pinterest.com/pin/A2XQQgAQgNUHcJYlkE0AAAA/
