Patterns and Sequences - PowerPoint

In a set of engaging educational resources, early years foundation stage (EYFS) students are invited to explore the world of patterns and sequences within the realm of mathematics, specifically focusing on shape, space, and measures. The aim of these lessons is to help young learners develop their ability to identify patterns and predict the continuation of sequences. Through interactive PowerPoint slides, students are encouraged to observe and determine what comes next in a given sequence. This could involve a variety of elements such as objects, shapes, letters, or numbers. For instance, a simple sequence might alternate between a square and a circle, prompting students to deduce that after a circle, the next shape would be a square.

Further slides within the PowerPoint presentation challenge students to apply their pattern recognition skills to more sequences. They are tasked with spotting the rule that governs the pattern's progression and using this understanding to anticipate the following item in the sequence. An example provided illustrates a sequence of coloured shapes, where students must identify the next shape, such as a pink square, following the established pattern. The resources conclude with a worksheet where learners can practice their newfound skills by completing patterns with the correct shapes in empty boxes. The emphasis throughout is on careful observation and logical reasoning, as students learn to look for, understand, and extend patterns and sequences.