Repeating patterns

Grade 1 · Patterns, sequences and logic

A repeating pattern with one gap, usually the next item and sometimes one in the middle. The student picks the item that belongs there.

The pattern repeats at least twice before the gap, so the rule can be seen. The choices include one item that isn't in the pattern at all, so picking 'something seen before' isn't enough.

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What changes each time

• Six pattern types: AB, AAB, ABB, ABC, AABB and ABBC
• Colours, shapes or pictures
• The gap at the end or in the middle

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