Curated and Reviewed by
Lesson Planet
This Recursive Challenge Problem—The Double and Add 5 Game lesson plan also includes:
- Relationships Between Quantities and Reasoning with Equations and Their Graphs - Module Overview (PDF)
- Relationships Between Quantities and Reasoning with Equations and Their Graphs - Module Overview (Doc)
- Recursive Challenge Problem—The Double and Add 5 Game (Doc)
- Recursive Challenge Problem—The Double and Add 5 Game (PDF)
- Recursive Challenge Problem—The Double and Add 5 Game (Doc)
- Assessment
- Answer Key
- Join to access all included materials
Math is all fun and games! Use a game strategy to introduce the concept of sequences and their recursive formulas. The activity emphasizes notation and vocabulary.
12 Views
10 Downloads
CCSS:
Designed
Concepts
Additional Tags
Instructional Ideas
- Use to introduce the concept of a sequence and recursive notation
- Differentiate by giving more or less challenging numbers in the Double and Add 5 Game
Classroom Considerations
- Notation may be difficult for some class members; allow time for understanding and be consistent with examples and practice
Pros
- Includes all handouts, keys, and a detailed teacher guide
- Uses a game to motivate learners
Cons
- None