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What to create	Lesson script
Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Patterns
What length (min)	40
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Include homework
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Any other preferences	create a sequence of lessons using shapes, colours, numbers and AB, ABB, ABC, ABCD patterns.

Lesson Plan: Exploring Patterns in Mathematics

Grade Level: Reception / Kindergarten
Topic: Patterns
Duration: 40 minutes

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Lesson Objectives

• To understand and identify patterns using shapes, colours, and numbers.
• To create and extend simple patterns: AB, ABB, ABC, and ABCD.
• To encourage students to think critically about patterns in the environment.

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Materials Needed

• Coloured shapes (circles, squares, triangles)
• Counting blocks or number cards
• Whiteboard and markers
• Patterning worksheets
• Music player for songs about patterns
• Crayons or colouring materials

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Introduction to Patterns (5 minutes)

Begin the lesson by explaining what a "pattern" is—a repeated sequence of shapes, colours, or numbers. Engage the children by asking them to give examples of patterns they see in their daily life, such as in clothing, nature, or the classroom.

Activity 1: Pattern Hunt (5 minutes)

Have the children look around the classroom or outside and shout out patterns they can see. For example, stripes on their shirts or a sequence of tiles on the floor.

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Exploring Patterns with Shapes (10 minutes)

Shapes Activity

1. Introduce the shapes: circle, square, triangle.
2. Create a simple AB pattern using the shapes (e.g., circle, square, circle, square).
3. Ask students to replicate the pattern using their coloured shapes.

Question to Ask:

• What shape comes next in the pattern?

Visual Aid

{The image of a colourful display of circle, square, and triangle shapes arranged in an AB pattern.}

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Patterns with Colours (5 minutes)

Colour Activity

1. Using the same shapes, add colours to the activity.
2. Create an ABB pattern (e.g., red circle, blue square, blue square).
3. Allow children to create their own colour patterns with the shapes they have.

Questions to Ask:

• Can someone tell me the colour sequence?
• What comes next?

Visual Aid

{The image of a red circle followed by two blue squares, illustrating the ABB pattern clearly.}

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Number Patterns (5 minutes)

Numbers Activity

1. Introduce number cards (1-5).
2. Demonstrate an ABC pattern (e.g., 1, 2, 1).
3. Have children create their versions of number patterns using blocks or number cards.

Question to Ask:

• How many blocks do we need to use to match the pattern?

Visual Aid

{The image of number cards arranged in an ABC pattern, showing 1, 2, 1, with colourful blocks next to each number.}

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Creating More Complex Patterns (5 minutes)

Group Activity

1. Introduce the ABCD pattern.
2. Work together as a class to create a large pattern on the whiteboard using letters (A, B, C, D) and shapes.
3. Ask students to suggest what might come next in the pattern.

Questions to Encourage Discussion:

• If we continue the pattern, what would be the next letter?
• Can anyone suggest their own ABCD pattern?

Visual Aid

{The image of a whiteboard with an ABCD pattern represented with different shapes in various colours.}

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Integrative Pattern Song (5 minutes)

Musical Activity

• Play a fun song about patterns that encourages children to clap to the beat or follow a pattern with their movements.
• Encourage improvisation and participation from all children, making sure they enjoy while learning.

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Wrap-Up and Reflection (5 minutes)

Discussion

• Gather the children in a circle.
• Ask them what their favourite pattern was during the lesson and why.
• Reinforce the idea that patterns can be found everywhere.

Closing Activity

• Hand out pattern worksheets for children to complete at home with their parents, or let them colour patterns in class.

Visual Aid

{The image of a colourful worksheet featuring different patterns for children to colour, along with various shapes and numbers.}

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Conclusion

By the end of this lesson, children should have a basic understanding of shapes, colours, and numbers through the lens of patterns. Engaging them with visual aids and hands-on activities will help solidify their understanding and bring enjoyment to learning mathematics.

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