Pattern Block Design Cards for Mathematical Fun!

Looking for a hands-on way to build spatial reasoning and shape recognition? These Pattern Block Design Cards are the perfect tool for centres, morning tubs, or independent maths practice! With 18 engaging designs to choose from, students will love using these Pattern Block Design Cards to create spring-themed and animal-shaped masterpieces using traditional pattern blocks. They’re the perfect way to bring a bit of mathematical fun into your maths stations!

You can support your geometry standards in a creative way by having your students practise composing shapes with pattern blocks! This resource encourages students to explore how smaller shapes come together to form larger ones while building adorable images like cats, dogs, turtles, and flowers.

A Variety of Easy Pattern Block Designs!

With this set of pattern block design cards, your students will turn simple pattern blocks into a variety of easy pattern block designs! Each card features a different animal or spring-related design that students can recreate using standard pattern block shapes. These easy pattern block designs encourage problem-solving and shape identification while giving kids the joy of building something recognisable and fun.

Download Your Printable Pattern Block Designs

This set of Printable Pattern Block Designs is a breeze to download and use. To get your copy, click the dropdown arrow on the download button and select the quick-print PDF or the editable Google Slides version.

If you’d like to add your own shapes to the sets, we encourage you to download the editable version and copy/paste shapes to create your own designs.

This resource was created by Kaylyn Chupp, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.

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