Content Standard: G. Patterns, Relations, Functions:
Students will understand that mathematics is the science of patterns, relationships, and functions.
Common Assessment(s): MAP Task: Outfits

Performance Indicators Students will be able to:	Essential Elements (Specific grade level learning objectives)			Suggested Performance Activities	Suggested Classroom Assessments	Vocabulary
1. Use the patterns of numbers, geometry, and a variety of graphs to solve a problem.	Use a systematic patterning approach to solve problems			Students will, with guidance, select the most efficient strategy for solving a problem and be able to explain it using a visual representation and written description of the process. Houghton Mifflin '95, p. 88-91 Patterns and Functions, Marilyn Burns Math 4 Today	Exemplar: "Toothpick Square" (summer course). Make a graph on how many toothpicks per square(s). Susan's Allowance (LAD)	pattern graph relations horizontal vertical axis ordered pairs