Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to identify and create simple patterns using autumn-themed objects.

Materials and Prep

• Autumn-themed objects (leaves, acorns, pinecones, etc.)
• Blank paper or a whiteboard
• Markers or crayons

Activities

1. Pattern Hunt

   Take a walk outside and collect different autumn-themed objects. Look for objects that have repeating patterns, such as leaves with alternating colors or pinecones with overlapping scales.

2. Create Your Own Pattern

   Using the objects you collected, arrange them in a pattern on a flat surface. Start with a simple AB pattern (e.g., leaf, acorn, leaf, acorn) and encourage the student to continue the pattern by adding more objects.

3. Pattern Drawing

   Give the student a blank piece of paper or a whiteboard. Ask them to draw a pattern using autumn-themed objects. They can use the objects they collected or simply draw them. Encourage them to share their pattern with you.

Preschool Grade Talking Points

• "Today, we are going to learn about patterns using autumn-themed objects."
• "A pattern is something that repeats over and over again."
• "We can find patterns in nature, like the colors of leaves or the shapes of pinecones."
• "Let's go outside and find some objects with patterns."
• "Now, we are going to create our own patterns using the objects we collected."
• "You can also draw patterns on paper or a whiteboard. What pattern can you create?"
• "Great job! You have learned how to identify and create patterns using autumn-themed objects."