So your child brings home a report card in the new year and it says something like, "Frankie systematically describes, extends, and creates a variety of numeric patterns and geometric patterns." Frankie's parents look befuddled. "Frankie, you got an A in Patterning and Algebra. You systematically described, extended, and created a variety of numeric patterns and geometric patterns. This all sounds very important. What did you do?" Frankie scratches his head. "I don't remember doing anything like that."
Alright, this great kid holding his systematically organized key leaf pattern does not go by the name Frankie, but he sure knows how to create and explain a beautiful pattern and apply his understanding to real-life contexts. That's what it's all about. Oh yeah, and Math is beautiful.To see more, visit the Room 108 student blog. Grab a cup of coffee and click here to enjoy.
- EH
