A big chunk of developing Algebraic Thinking involves students exploring, describing, and creating growing patterns. The gallery of growing patterns below includes patterns I have used with students from 2nd grade through high school. Please check out @fawnpnguyen‘s Visual Patterns for even more growing patterns.

The download file includes all growing patterns shown below along with an explanation of an engaging way to introduce growing patterns, as well as some background information and tips to ensure student success.