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Pattern Says Game

Patterns with Actions

Day 105of 180
Week 21of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Recognize and create simple AB movement patterns

2

Follow multi-step instructions in a game

3

Practice listening and observing skills

📖 Scripture Connection

1 Corinthians 14:40

“Let all things be done decently and in order.”

— 1 Corinthians 14:40 (WEB)

Demonstrates the importance of following patterns and orderly behavior

📦 Materials Needed

  • Open floor space
  • Optional: music player
  • BibleMouse pattern cards (optional)
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recap yesterday's dance pattern lesson and introduce today's Pattern Says Game

💭 Review Question: Can you remember the two dance moves we learned yesterday?
2Teaching (5 min)

Explain game rules and demonstrate simple AB patterns with body movements

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Patterns have a repeated order
  • We'll use two different movements
  • Listen carefully to the instructions
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What are some ways we can move our bodies?
  • Can you show me a pattern with your movements?
3Activity: Pattern Says (6 min)
game

Play Simon Says with specific pattern movements

📝 Instructions:
  1. Parent demonstrates a simple pattern (e.g., jump-clap, jump-clap)
  2. Children repeat the pattern
  3. Add 'Pattern Says' before each instruction
  4. Encourage children to lead and create their own patterns
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use only two very distinct movements

Challenge: Increase pattern complexity to AB or ABC patterns

4Closing (3 min)

Review patterns learned and celebrate participation

📝 Review Questions:
  • What pattern did we learn today?
  • Can you show me the pattern again?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore tall and short towers with blocks

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

PK3 children are developing understanding of sequential patterns

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Use lots of enthusiasm and praise
  • Keep instructions very simple
  • Demonstrate before asking child to perform
🤔 Common Struggles:

Maintaining focus and understanding pattern concept

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child's ability to repeat a two-step movement sequence

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Use BibleMouse pattern cards for visual support
  • Record game on video to review patterns later

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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