Extend the Pattern

Worksheet Description
This worksheet, titled “Super Silly Shapes,” is designed as a fun and engaging activity for children to practice drawing and pattern recognition. The worksheet displays rows of colorful, cartoon-like shapes with facial expressions, each row following a specific sequence with one shape missing. The children are instructed to draw the next shape in each pattern, taking into account the shape, color, and facial expression. The playful aspect of the shapes aims to make the learning process enjoyable and to capture the students’ interest.
The educational goal of “Super Silly Shapes” is to strengthen children’s understanding of sequences and patterns in a visually stimulating way. By including shapes with different facial expressions, the worksheet adds an additional layer of complexity, requiring the children to pay close attention to details. This task not only fosters the child’s cognitive skills in pattern recognition but also encourages creative expression through drawing. Furthermore, the activity aids in developing fine motor skills and can be a playful way to introduce the concept of emotions and expressions associated with the shapes.