The book includes five units and a section on designs. Lessons in the first unit provide opportunities to explore characteristics and possibilities of Pattern Blocks. Exploring and Communicating sections include discussion starters that encourage students to express and generalize their understanding of concepts. Extending sections encourage students to apply and transfer new concepts to novel situations. In the lessons, students frequently write about concepts and activities and problems often have multiple solutions.
Activities are appropriate for individuals, for groups of students, and for cooperative learning.
The final section of the book contains Pattern Blocks designs for students to complete independently and offers additional problem solving opportunities. ENC does NOT distribute this resource.