Repetition is a key concept in early mathematics. Learning to recognise and continue repeating patterns is a vital skill for KS1 pupils.
This free repeating patterns worksheet is designed to help young learners develop their observation and reasoning skills while having fun with shapes and colours.
This resource features five separate patterns for children to complete, each with a unique sequence of shapes and colours. For example, pupils might encounter a pattern such as:
- blue square, orange circle, green triangle, orange circle, blue square
The worksheet provides opportunities to work with patterns ranging from two to five shapes. The worksheet gradually increases the level of challenge, engaging children with different levels of ability.
Repeating patterns worksheet
Using this worksheet, pupils can strengthen their understanding of sequences and improve their fine motor skills as they draw and colour the missing shapes.
Use it as part of a whole-class activity, a maths station task or even as a quick assessment tool. It’s also a great way to introduce children to the foundational ideas of symmetry, rhythm and predictability in maths.
This simple, yet effective, activity ties in seamlessly with the KS1 curriculum, supporting objectives such as recognising patterns and sequences in maths.
The Teaching Couple have over a decade of experience in the education sector and provide advice and resources for teachers. Download a repeating patterns KS1 lesson plan.
