Sunday, December 3, 2017

Patterns Patterns Everywhere

Patterns Patterns Everywhere
Patterns we can see
Patterns on the _______________
And patterns on me!

The children love this poem and would recite it daily, coming up with different ideas where they can see patterns.

Our student teacher, Ma. Harper, implemented a lovely pattern unit in our class. The children were engagedand had so much fun looking for patterns both inside and outside. We learned about patterns in nature, on plants and animals, human made patterns,  patterns on clothing and houses.......
                         We went for a nature walk in the neighbourhood and looked for patterns!






                                      We found them on leaves and fences and other structures





                                      






                                                            sidewalks and pumpkins

                           and even cats (it may be hard to see, but they spotted the pattern on its' fur.

               The children explored with different materials to extend patterns and create their own.
                                         They used  natural materials on the learning carpet......





                                                                  and unifix cubes


                                                               and pattern blocks





                                            What patterns can you find on your way home?