Overview

Kindergarten Math

5. Identify and create repeating patterns

5.3 Shape patterns

Shape Patterns for Kindergarten

Discover how to spot the repeating shape in a pattern, say what comes next, and build new patterns using circles, squares, and triangles.

What You'll Learn

Identify the repeating group of shapes, called the pattern core, in a sequence

Describe a pattern out loud using shape names like circle, square, and triangle

Extend a pattern by figuring out which shape comes next in the sequence

Compare simple AB patterns to more complex ABC and AAB patterns

Create a brand new shape pattern using at least two different shapes

What You'll Practice

Identifying which shapes form a repeating pattern

Selecting the next shape that continues a given sequence

Analyzing visual patterns with different shapes and colors

Why This Matters

Recognizing shape patterns builds your foundation for logical thinking and problem-solving. This skill helps you notice sequences in everyday life, strengthens your ability to make predictions, and prepares you for more advanced math concepts like functions and algebra.

This Unit Includes

Practice exercises

Learning resources

Skills

Patterns

Sequences

Visual Recognition

Logical Reasoning

Prediction

AB Curriculum Aligned