Toothpick Patterns

Toothpick and staircase patterns

Use 4 toothpicks to build a square, 7 toothpicks to build two connected squares, 10 toothpicks to make 3 connected squares etc. 

Is there a pattern? Draw the stairs in your grid book and record the pattern. 

Template 1

Explanation

Enabling: Use toothpicks, pencils, MAB or straws to help students create the staircases.