Maths
Stretch – Special Sequences
Stretch (universal 11+): recognise and continue square, triangular, cube and Fibonacci-type sequences, and sequences with changing differences.
MathsAge 11+25 minutes
What this topic covers
- Recognise square numbers, triangular numbers and cube numbers as sequences.
- Continue a sequence whose differences change by a pattern (second differences).
- Continue Fibonacci-type sequences (each term the sum of the previous two).
Core concept summaries
Key ConceptsSquares, Cubes, TrianglesChanging DifferencesFibonacci-Type; the Linear Trap
Practice formats pupils may meet
NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.
clozematchingquiz
Example quiz question
1, 4, 9, 16, 25. Next?
- 35
- 36
- 49
- 30
Show the answer
Answer: B. 36
6².