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Pattern Block Pictures

Patterns Everywhere

Day 143of 180
Week 29of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Recognize and create simple AB color patterns

2

Use pattern blocks to create a picture

3

Develop spatial reasoning and shape recognition

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 3:19

“Yahweh by wisdom founded the earth. By understanding, he established the heavens.”

— Proverbs 3:19 (WEB)

God creates with purpose and pattern, just like we're learning to make patterns today

📦 Materials Needed

  • Pattern blocks (wooden or plastic)
  • White construction paper
  • Glue stick
  • BibleMouse Pattern Cards (optional)
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Remind children about patterns we've discovered this week. Show some pattern block examples.

💭 Review Question: What patterns did we see in nature yesterday?
2Teaching (5 min)

Introduce pattern block picture creation

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Look at these colorful blocks - they can make beautiful pictures!
  • We'll make a simple picture using patterns
  • God loves beautiful, organized things
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What shapes do you see?
  • Can you make a pattern with these blocks?
3Activity: Pattern Block Art (6 min)
hands-on

Create a simple picture using pattern blocks with AB color patterns

📝 Instructions:
  1. Choose two block colors
  2. Place blocks in an alternating pattern
  3. Create a simple shape like a house or flower
  4. Glue blocks onto paper when pattern is complete
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Help child place blocks in pattern

Challenge: Create more complex pattern designs

4Closing (3 min)

Review pattern creation and admire artwork

📝 Review Questions:
  • What colors did you use?
  • Can you tell me about your pattern?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll make patterns with sounds!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Pattern recognition is crucial early math skill

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be patient and encouraging
  • Focus on fun, not perfect patterns
  • Use positive reinforcement
🤔 Common Struggles:

Keeping blocks in precise pattern, staying focused

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Attempts to create alternating color sequence

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Take a photo of pattern block artwork
  • Discuss pattern in BibleMouse Read-Aloud time
  • Use BibleMouse Printables for additional pattern worksheets

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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