Decoder Slides
An engaging presentation for a small group math lesson, using a 'Pattern Decoder' detective theme to teach students how to distinguish between additive and multiplicative patterns, including a specific 'Cold Case' hook slide.
Guided Discovery Notes
Teacher-led guided notes that use a 'Field Notes' detective theme to walk students through identifying additive and multiplicative patterns, now including a specific section on decimal multipliers.
Rule Hunt Worksheet
A step-by-step problem set for students to practice identifying and generating additive and multiplicative patterns, featuring scaffolds like testing boxes and origin checks.
Rule Sorter Activity
An interactive sorting activity featuring a classification mat and evidence cards (tables, graphs, and equations) for students to categorize as additive or multiplicative, including decimal examples.
Pattern Teacher Guide
A comprehensive teacher guide for the 25-minute lesson, including a pacing guide, discussion prompts, answer keys, and common misconceptions for TEKS 5.4D, now including a specific section on decimal multipliers.
