AAB Pattern Study Guide

An AAB pattern is a sequence of items where the first two items are the same, and the third item is different. This pattern then repeats in the same manner. It is often used in early math education to help children recognize and predict patterns.

Identifying AAB Patterns

To identify an AAB pattern, look for a sequence of items where the first two items are the same, and the third item is different. For example:

• Red, Red, Blue
• Circle, Circle, Square
• Clap, Clap, Stomp

Creating AAB Patterns

To create an AAB pattern, start with two of the same item, and then add another different item to complete the pattern. For example:

• Yellow, Yellow, Green
• Heart, Heart, Star
• Jump, Jump, Spin

Practice Questions

1. Identify whether the following sequences are AAB patterns:
• a) Dog, Dog, Cat
• b) Blue, Blue, Red
• c) Happy, Happy, Sad
2. Create an AAB pattern using the following items:
• a) Sun, Sun, Cloud
• b) Square, Square, Triangle
• c) Whisper, Whisper, Shout

Answers

1. The following sequences are AAB patterns:

• a) Dog, Dog, Cat - Not an AAB pattern
• b) Blue, Blue, Red - AAB pattern
• c) Happy, Happy, Sad - Not an AAB pattern

2. The AAB patterns using the given items are:

• a) Sun, Sun, Cloud
• b) Square, Square, Triangle
• c) Whisper, Whisper, Shout

Now you have a better understanding of AAB patterns. Keep practicing to reinforce your understanding!

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