patterns!

What is our theme? 
Patterns

What is the lesson (overall purpose)?  
Students will learn more about what patterns are and be given the opportunity to create their own pattern. 

MA Guidelines/Standards:
APL 2: The child will demonstrate eagerness and curiosity as a learner.
APL3: The child will be able to maintain focus and attention, and persist in efforts to complete a task.
APL4: The child will demonstrate creativity in thinking and use of materials.

Learning Outcomes:
- Students will be able to complete a pattern.
-Students will create their own pattern.


Songs, Books & Videos (Motivational Techniques)

“Pattern Fish” by Trudy Harris Read Aloud: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_mqVCewsYA

Materials 
- Paper
- Crayons/markers
Activity (Procedure):


- Begin by watching the “Pattern Fish” book read aloud. Watch twice.
- Watch to see if your child is completing the patterns that are happening in the book read aloud.
- Using a marker, draw a simple fish outline on paper.
- Ask your child to create a pattern on the fish.

Activity Wrap Up: 
- Review what pattern is drawn on their fish.
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How do I know what my child is learning? (Assessment)
- Does my child finish the patterns during the book read aloud?
- Can my child create their own pattern?


How can you extend this activity? (Modifications)
- Make more fish, more patterns, more fun!

Helpful Hints: (Pitfalls & Solutions)
- If your child is struggling to think of their own pattern, start a pattern for them and ask them to finish it.

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