A Fourth Grade Lesson on Pattern Blocks
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Prep Material
Lesson Plan
In this fourth grade classroom, the lesson is designed to help student’s review their knowledge of pattern blocks and help them prepare for future study of geometry. Students will have the opportunity review the following key vocabulary:
- Square
- Rectangle
- Triangle
- Hexagon
- Parallelogram
- Rhombus
- Trapezoid
Within this lesson, we will spend some time exploring the concept of parallel and how this connects to geometrical shapes.
Materials Used:
- Pattern blocks
- Overhead Projector
Pattern Blocks Examples
Video of Classroom Lesson
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