Pattern Block Templates

Preschool is the time to teach young students about patterns and sequencing. Often students learn patterns such as ABAB, AABB, or even ABCABC. We have some fun butterfly counters that are perfect for introducing young children to patterns.

Pattern blocks are also another tool that preschool teachers might use to show more intricate patterns and designs. If you are unfamiliar with pattern blocks, basically they are a set of plastic learning manipulatives that come in 6 different shapes: hexagon, trapezoid, square, triangle, parallelogram and rhombus, each with a different color. They are fantastic preschool math manipulatives and wonderful for all sorts of hands-on learning!

When learning about repeating patterns, preschool students can use these easy pattern block mats. They are full color so students will be able to see exactly which pattern block goes in which location. This makes them super easy to solve for even the youngest of learners. Note: If your students need more of a challenge, we do have some more advanced Pattern Block printables available as well.

Once the pattern is complete, encourage students to count up how many of each colored block they used for their pattern. Students can write the number below. These pattern block mats can be cut horizontally if you want to prin them on cardstock and laminate for durability. Then, students can use a dry eraser marker for the count & report section.

Free Pattern Block Printables: