Sunday, October 04, 2009

Pattern Jacks

Why not integrate some Halloween fun into a math unit on patterns?

My classroom aide cut out pumpkins, black construction paper, and streamers:

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After a quick review of AB and AAB patterns, my Stars used the streamers to decorate the bottom of each pumpkin with an ABC pattern:

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The black construction paper was used for triangle eyes and silly smiles for our jack-o-lanterns:

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The Stars then added a short strip of green fiesta fringe (purchased at Michael's) for the stem:

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Now "pattern jacks" greet us each day when we come to class!

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2 comments:

  1. Love this idea..can't wait to try it with my kids!

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  2. Anonymous5:43 PM

    They can make their own pumpkins too--either tracing them or cutting out their own shape. Love the faces!

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