Objective

By the end of this lesson, Kelsey will be able to recognize and create simple patterns.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Paper, crayons or markers

Prep: None

Activities

Create a pattern with colors: Have Kelsey draw a pattern using different colors, such as red, blue, red, blue.

Pattern hunt: Go on a pattern hunt around the house and find items with patterns like stripes, dots, or shapes.

Pattern matching: Cut out shapes from paper and have Kelsey match them to create a pattern.

Talking Points

• "Patterns are things that repeat in a certain way. Like when we see red, blue, red, blue, it's a pattern!"
• "Let's look for patterns around us, like on our clothes or the tiles on the floor. Can you find a pattern?"
• "When we make a pattern with shapes or colors, it's like making a fun design. What pattern would you like to create next?"