This week, Rannoch clan have been learning about number sequences. We have been learning about how to describe and create a number sequence.
To begin with, we looked at different number sequences together as a class. We thought about each number given and decided on how much we had to add or subtract to produce the next number in the sequence. From doing this we were able to work out ‘the rule’ for each number sequence. We practised this by playing some interactive games online using snappy maths.
To follow on from this we went outside, making the most of this lovely September weather, and created our own number sequences using materials we found in the playground such as sticks and stones. We worked with a partner to create our own sequences and took photos of our creations. We then challenged our classmates to work out ‘the rule’ for each sequence we had created. We also extended our learning and thought about what the next number in the sequence might be. We had great fun working them out and felt confident in doing this.
Our next steps will be to work on sequences using larger numbers and to challenge ourselves to start from a larger number rather than 1,2 etc. and try starting, for example at 14 or 19.
To practise more at home we can use the number sequence interactive games on this website http://www.snappymaths.com/counting/sequences/sequences.htm and/or we can create our own sequences at home using materials indoors such as pasta or outdoors using different materials. We also made connections with these sequences to our times tables so practising these will also help us to develop our skills.
Share your learning by taking a photo of any creations you make on your seesaw account.
