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Pattern & Relationships

In art, construction, routines, and playful experiences children notice, create and use the regular structure of pattern to foster prediction.
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Revisit

This process is not an end-in-itself. It is important you continue to review your practices:
  • Re-look at lay the groundwork. How could you strengthen learning for all children?
  • Continue to notice & recognise the progress of individual children.
  • Keep adjusting how you respond to children’s progress based on what you notice.

Four interconnected mātāpono aronui (values) underpin maths learning in Kōwhiti Whakapae. These are: Whatumanawa, Whare, Whānau, Whenua. Learn more about how these four mātāpono aronui underpin pattern and relationships. 

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Pattern and relationships involve noticing, creating, and using patterns for purposeful experiences. Maths patterns are based on a regular structure that fosters prediction, and patterns are evident in art, design, construction, daily routines, and playful experiences. 

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Knowledge, skills, and attitudes associated with pattern and relationships are woven through all strands of Te Whāriki and are particularly evident in Mana reo | Communication, and Mana aotūroa | Exploration. 

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Kōwhiti Whakapae is built on four foundations: Te Tiriti o Waitangi, identity, language and culture, inclusion, and the principles of Te Whāriki. Together, these foundations impact teaching and learning about pattern and relationships

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