Patterns and Formulae

This worksheet has 9 questions, which introduce the relationship between patterns and formulae. Each question explores a different pattern and through a series of small steps students will start to understand gradually what the variables in a formula represent. In this worksheet, students are not expected to come up with a formula themselves yet but towards the end they should have developed a sound understanding of what a formula is and they also should be able to select, from a group of formulae, the formula which describes a given pattern correctly. The worksheet includes worked answers for self-marking, which will allow students to progress through the worksheet at their own pace.
The worksheet is targeted at students in Key Stage 3 and GCSE students doing Foundation Tier.
This worksheet is best used in class where students can ask for support if needed. It should take students two lessons to complete this worksheet.

For your convenience, the Word file is included and can be edited to meet the needs of your students.