Describe how they are made. Sequences A1.1 Support Plenary Find as many sequences or patterns as you can in the numbers below. Describe how they are made. 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 3 1 1 4 6 4 1 1 5 10 10 5 1 1 … … … … … 1 Preamble This activity allows pupils to describe sequences in their own words and to use correct mathematical language (term, term-to-term rule, sequence, generate, difference) in an operational situation. There should be many opportunities for discussion. Possible content Term-to-term rules, describing sequences Resources Squared paper (optional). Solutions/Notes There are many sequences. Here are some possibilities. 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 6 4 4 10 Emphasise that different numbers or different reasons can be equally valid.