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Math · Ages 5+

Missing Number

Spot the pattern and fill the gap.

Pattern 1 of 6

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What is this experiment about?

A number is missing from the pattern. Look at how the numbers change and pick the value that fits.

Questions kids ask

What is a number pattern?
A number pattern is a sequence where each number follows a rule, like adding the same amount each time.
How do I find the missing number?
Look at the gap between the numbers you can see — if it's always the same, use that gap to work out the missing one.
Do the patterns get harder?
Yes, they start with simple counting and grow into skip-counting patterns like 5s and 10s.

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