Activities for learners: Activity One

Activity One: What is a pattern and where do we find them?

Does a pattern just belong in a book? Or is it something which we can find anywhere and at any time?

Are patterns man-made things or do we find them in our natural enviroment too?

What makes something a pattern?

What do all patterns have in common?

What makes a pattern unique?

 

Look at these images of patterns:

 How many different kinds of patterns can you find here? Think of as many words as you can to describe each pattern. How is each pattern different from the others?