Algebra and Functions Kindergarten Students identify, describe and extend simple patterns. The purpose of the algebra and functions standards in early primary grades is to help students learn about appropriate symbolic and other representations and patterns. This strand is closely tied to the number sense strand. It is important to help students see connections between patterns as a topic and topics within number sense. Grade 1 Students sort objects, and create, complete and describe patterns involving numbers, shape, size, rhythm, or color.
Students describe, extend and explain how to get to the next element in simple repeating patterns.
The purpose of the algebra and functions standards in early primary grades is to help students learn about appropriate symbolic and other representations and patterns. This strand is closely tied to the number sense strand. It is important to help students see connections between patterns as a topic and topics within number sense. Grade 2 Students demonstrate an understanding of patterns and how they grow, and describe them in general ways. Students create and solve problems involving simple number patterns.