In Grade 3, students identify, describe, extend, and create patterns in numbers, shapes, and everyday contexts. They explore how patterns help us make predictions and understand mathematical relationships, laying the foundation for algebraic thinking.
By the end of Grade Three, the learner will be expected to:
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Patterns and relationships form the foundation of algebraic thinking. In Grade 3, students build on their understanding of repeating patterns and begin to explore more complex growing and shrinking patterns. They also develop their understanding of functional relationships through work with input-output tables and simple rules. The ability to recognize, describe, extend, and create patterns helps students make sense of the mathematical world and develop problem-solving skills. Teachers should emphasize the connections between patterns and other mathematical concepts, such as operations, number sense, and geometry. By providing opportunities for students to explore patterns in various contexts, teachers help them develop the ability to generalize and abstract, which are essential skills for higher-level mathematics.
