Working with Pattern Blocks

Always a favorite activity--it's pattern blocks!  There are so many ways to learn about math with pattern blocks.  Last week we had two days to explore, create, and learn with them.  Take a look!

First we made patterns with the pattern blocks.  We're going to continue working on patterns this week, too.

Then we sorted the pattern blocks.  Most of the students sorted by color or shape, but we were able to get to sorting by number of sides and more.

I introduced symmetry during our exploration time.  Check out what some of use did:

It was fun to just play, explore, and create with the pattern blocks as well.  

Sorry I wasn't able to capture everyone's creations on camera.  They all did a nice job.  We'll be using pattern blocks all year, so stay tuned to see what else we can do!