aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 1
What topic	Patterns
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Welcome to the World of Patterns!

Introduction to Patterns

Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to embark on an exciting adventure into the world of Patterns! Patterns are everywhere around us, and they make our world beautiful and fun.

Fun Pattern Hunt

To kick off our lesson, let's start with a Pattern Hunt! I have hidden some pattern cards around the classroom. Each card has a different pattern made of colors, shapes, or numbers.

Instructions:

1. Look Around: I will give you a couple of minutes to search for the hidden pattern cards in the room.
2. Gather Together: Once you find a card, come back to your seats and think about the pattern on it.
3. Share Your Discovery: We will sit together in a circle, and when it’s your turn, share what you found! Tell us:
   • What does your pattern look like?
   • Can you guess what comes next in the pattern?

Example Pattern

Here’s a simple example of what a pattern can look like:

• Red, Blue, Red, Blue, Red, ?

What do you think comes next? Yes, it’s Blue!

Why Are Patterns Important?

Patterns help us understand how things work in math and in our everyday lives. They can be found in nature, art, music, and even in the clothes we wear. Today, we will learn to recognize, create, and extend patterns.

Let's Get Started!

Now that we’ve warmed up with our Pattern Hunt, let’s jump into our activities! We’ll be drawing our own patterns, playing pattern games, and exploring how patterns can be made in various ways.

Are you ready to have some pattern fun? Let’s go!

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Remember:

Patterns make the world go ’round! 🌈