Name: Kasey Williams

Grade Level: Kindergarten

Content Area: Math
Time Frame: 15 to 20 minutes
TEKS:
Mathematics:

1 (E) Create and use representations to organize, record, and communicate mathematical

ideas.

K.6 (A) The student is expected to use patterns to predict what comes next, including
cause-and-effect relationships.

Objective: Students will work as a class to make patterns using the materials provided as they follow
along with the teacher. Being able to identify and complete simple math patterns is a kindergarten math
skill. Showing kids how to make patterns with their snacks helps them develop this skill. You may have
to model it at first, but eventually they will be able to figure out which snack would come next and create
their own.
Materials Needed:
Construction Paper
Grapes
Cubes of Cheddar Cheese

Instructions:

I will create my own pattern using the grapes and cheddar cheese, the first pattern will be

cheese, cheese, grape, cheese, cheese

Explain to your students that you have just made a pattern using these snacks.
Ask students if they can create the same pattern.
Then as a class we will create 3 patterns.
Students will then work in pairs to come up with a pattern and present it to their peers.
At the end of the lesson students can create their own patterns and eat their snacks.

Modifications: Students with disabilities may need the patterns to be labeled A-B or 1-2.
Contributions: Patterns and sequences are the basis for reading, writing, math, history, and science. They
are applied in all of these areas and are used to develop their critical thinking. We study patterns because
they are everywhere and we use them to solve problems and make connections.
Assessment: Observe students as they create their own patterns to see if they have made a connection.
What I Have Learned
Making Patterns is a activity to share with children because it a healthy snack that can be used to
understand key concepts in math like patterns and even grouping could have been incorporated into this
activity. It is also a good nutritional activity that meets the NSDA guidelines and parents can practice this
activity at home with their children. I have also learned that teachers need to be aware of the fruits and
vegetables that they choose. It is also okay to introduce new fruits and vegetables to your students, try
bosc, bell peppers, Bartlett, or seckle spears.

Works Cited
Sheakoski, M. (2013, July 3). Coffee Cups and Crayons. Retrieved from
http://www.coffeecupsandcrayons.com/math-activities-for-kindergartensnack-time-practice/