aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Preschool / Nursery
What topic	Pattern
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A Pattern Adventure: Beginning a Lesson on Patterns

Introduction

Welcome, little explorers! Today, we are embarking on an exciting adventure through the magical world of patterns. Just like finding treasure on a map, we will discover different types of patterns all around us. Are you ready to start our journey? Let’s dive into the wonderful world of patterns together!

Storytime: The Pattern Jungle

Setting the Scene

To begin our lesson, let’s gather in a comfy circle and imagine we are all in a magical jungle filled with colours, shapes, and sounds. Every creature in the jungle has its own special pattern!

Reading the Story

I will share a delightful story about our friend, Polly the Parrot, who loves to collect things that have patterns. As I read, listen carefully to how Polly finds different patterns on her journey:

• Polly's First Find: Polly spots stripes on a tall zebra. "Look at those black and white stripes! They make a lovely pattern!"
• A Colourful Surprise: Next, she sees a snake with a spotted body. "Ooh, those spots create a fun pattern too!"
• The Butterfly Show: Finally, Polly meets a butterfly. "Wow! The colours on its wings create a beautiful pattern!"

Engaging Questions

After the story, let’s talk about what we’ve discovered. I have some exciting questions for you:

• What kinds of patterns did Polly find?
• Can you think of other animals that have patterns?
• What patterns can we find in our classroom?

Activity Time: Pattern Hunt

Now that we’ve warmed up our imaginations, it’s time for a PATTERN HUNT!

• Look Around: Let’s get up and explore the classroom together. Can you spot patterns on the floor, on the walls, or even on our clothes?
• Pattern Collage: After our hunt, let’s collect items we found with patterns (like printed paper, toys, or fabric) to create our very own Pattern Collage!

Conclusion

By the end of our lesson, we will not only have fun exploring patterns with Polly the Parrot but also learn how to identify and create our own patterns. Remember, patterns are everywhere, and the world is full of surprises! Let’s become pattern detectives and celebrate the colourful connections we see all around us!

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Are you excited? Let’s get started on our Pattern Adventure! 🎉