Children will develop fine-motor skills while playing with patterns.
Children will develop fine-motor skills while playing with patterns.
What you'll need
- Pompoms
- Large squared paper
- Premade patterns
Step by step
Step 1
Set up the materials in an inviting way.
Step 2
Invite the children to copy the patterns.
More ideas
Optional: Challenge the children to finish the pattern under a certain time.
Playful questions
Can you copy the pattern?
What can you see?
What colors do you know?
What shapes can you observe?
What else can you add?
How fast can you finish the patterns?
Learning outcomes
Math
Measurement and Data
Uses words to describe measurable attributes (quantity, length, weight); observes and explores ways to use tools to measure objects; identifies/names/uses standard and non-standard units/tools of measure (paper clips, ruler, scale, measuring cups, etc.) in activities with adult support across learning domains; arranges objects according to one measurable attribute.
Uses words to describe and compare measurable attributes (quantity, length, weight, time, capacity) between two or more groups across learning domains; uses standard and non-standard units of measure (paper clips, ruler, scale, measuring cups, etc.) in activities and discusses findings; arranges objects according to one or more attributes (longer, shorter, same); begins to understand time concepts (one minute vs. ten minutes) and tools (clocks, timers, calendars).
Math
Geometry and Spatial Sense
Locates and names different sizes and orientations of shapes in the environment; describes attributes of shapes; uses 2D and 3D shapes to create pictures or structures; decomposes shapes.
Names 2D shapes no matter the size or orientation; describes and compares attributes of 2D and 3D shapes of different sizes and orientations noting similarities and differences; uses 2D and 3D shapes to create real-world representations of objects; begins to understand symmetry; composes and decomposes shapes; copies/draws simple shapes independently.
Math
Patterns, Sorting/Classifying, Reasoning
Uses simple strategies to solve mathematical problems and seeks answers to questions in play and daily activities; experiments with puzzles and blocks to create solutions; builds simple structures and works toward simple goals.
Uses multiple strategies to solve mathematical problems and seeks answers to questions in play and daily activities; begins to use mathematical language to explain a solution; solves puzzles, uses blocks to build structures to create solutions; moves through a process to reach a goal.
Creative Arts
Visual Arts
Creates art with different types of materials and techniques across learning domains
Creates art using various art media, techniques, colors, textures, and shapes across learning domains; responds to literature, depicts experiences, or demonstrates feelings via art experiences
Physical Development and Health
Fine Motor Development
Refines wrist and finger movements for more control (pours without spilling from small container, successful with some fasteners on clothing, folds paper, manipulates playdough and clay)
Uses small, precise hand movements to complete tasks (fastens clothing, folds paper with accuracy and symmetry; begins attempting to tie shoes, uses a dominant hand)
Demonstrates growing hand-eye coordination (strings beads, completes multi-piece puzzles, uses lacing cards, tears paper, uses a keyboard); uses eating utensils with ease
Demonstrates more precise hand-eye coordination (uses connecting blocks, small pop beads, Lego bricks, forms playdough into more recognizable shapes, builds more intricate block structures, weaves)