Pattern Blocks+ by mathies 1.0.3

The Pattern Blocks+ Tool serves as a virtual manipulative, akin to the physical versions commonly utilized in educational settings. With a selection of fifteen distinct shapes available for interaction, users can effortlessly drag these elements into a customizable workspace from the scrollable panel on the left. The program allows for extensive manipulation of the shapes, including movement, copying, reflection, and rotation—either as individual pieces or in groups. Notably, blocks representing tenths are included, and users have the capability to alter the color of each type of block. This versatility not only facilitates the creation of intricate designs but also supports the exploration and understanding of various mathematical concepts.

For further details and examples, visit support.mathies.ca.

Mathematical Concepts:

• Creating a set of blocks with diverse attributes
• Counting the elements within a block set
• Skip counting by 2s, 5s, and 10s
• Generating, identifying, and extending patterns
• Representing fractions through either a) area relationships between blocks or b) the number of elements within a block set
• Representing decimals
• Comparing angles
• Identifying symmetry
• Calculating area and perimeter of composite shapes
• Translating and tessellating blocks

Features:

• The multiplier button enables users to set the number of blocks (1, 2, 5, or 10) to be dragged into the workspace.
• Options to resize blocks are available.
• The color of each block type can be adjusted as per user preference.
• Blocks snap together for easy arrangement unless this feature is disabled via the magnet button.
• A marquee selection tool allows for the selection of individual or multiple blocks.
• Users can copy, rotate, or reflect selected blocks with ease.
• The Count button provides a tally of each block type present in the workspace.
• Adjustments to block transparency and background isometric grid can be made for enhanced visibility.
• The template settings facilitate the creation of outline puzzles.
• An undo/redo function allows users to navigate through their previous actions effectively.
• A built-in annotation tool permits users to communicate their thought processes or emphasize specific features within their representations.
• Background images can be inserted for visual enhancement.
• Work can be saved locally to devices.
• Access to previously saved files from devices or the web is supported, including various example files.
• Opened files retain all manipulations made; Undo and Redo functions provide an opportunity to review past steps.
• The final annotation step in opened files is preserved independently from other actions taken through Undo and Redo.
• The iOS Files app can be utilized to access mathies files efficiently.