This Computing scheme of work video introduces the children to pattern recognition, a computational thinking skill that helps the children solve problems by identifying similarities and repeated sequences. The video explores how recognising patterns supports understanding across a range of familiar contexts.

From spotting sequences in traffic lights and times tables to following repeated steps when tying shoelaces or singing songs, the children learn how patterns help predict what comes next and simplify complex tasks. The video also demonstrates how pattern recognition plays a key role in coding. Using Scratch, it shows how the children can identify repeating actions and use loops to make their code more efficient and easier to manage. This video supports the children in developing confidence and problem-solving skills in Computing.

See more of our Year 4 Computing scheme of work.

• Computing, Year 4, Programming 2: Computational thinking, *New* Computational thinking, Lesson 1: Decomposition and pattern recognition.
• Computing, Year 4, Programming 2: Computational thinking, *New* Computational thinking.