If you’ve got a curious little one at home or in your classroom, you already know how quickly they pick up on patterns—whether it’s noticing stripes on their shirt, the rhythm in a song, or the way you serve their favorite snack.
That’s why I’ve put together a fun set of pattern worksheets for preschoolers—perfect for helping kids recognize, continue, and complete patterns using colors, shapes, and everyday objects.
These printable worksheets are made especially for nursery and preschool kids, and you can grab them right below.
Download and Explore the Pattern Worksheets
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Scroll down to download and print your free pattern worksheets. They’re super simple, kid-approved, and ready to use at home or in the classroom.
These sheets are perfect for:
- Preschoolers (ages 3–5)
- Nursery and early kindergarten levels
- Hands-on learning with minimal prep
Why Teach Patterns in Preschool?
Patterns are everywhere—and kids love finding them. Learning patterns isn’t just a fun activity. It actually helps children build early math and reasoning skills.
When kids work with patterns, they’re learning to:
- Predict what comes next
- Understand order and sequence
- Strengthen their memory and logic
- Stay focused and engaged
Plus, it’s one of those things where kids don’t even realize they’re learning—they’re just having fun!
What’s Inside the Worksheets?
I created a variety of pattern types to keep things interesting and cover different learning styles. Here’s a quick look at what your child will be working with:
Color Patterns
- Kids look at a row of colored shapes and figure out what color comes next.
- Simple and visual—perfect for beginners.
Shape Patterns
- Think circles, triangles, squares lined up in a pattern.
- Children get to recognize basic shapes while completing the sequences.
Object Patterns
- A mix of items like stars, apples, books, and more.
- Kids will use logic and observation to decide what comes next.
Transportation Patterns
- This one’s a hit with vehicle-loving kids.
- Buses, cars, trains—they’ll enjoy spotting and continuing transport-themed patterns.
Vegetable Patterns
- Healthy and educational!
- Carrots, tomatoes, and broccoli show up in cute rows for kids to work through.
Watch Their Thinking Grow
This is one of those quiet activities where you’ll actually see their brain working. You’ll notice them pausing, thinking, and sometimes even getting excited when they figure it out.
If they’re unsure, guide them gently by asking:
- “What do you see here?”
- “What came before the green shape?”
- “Can you guess what’s next?”
Encourage their guesses, even if they’re not always right. It’s all part of the learning process.
Ready to Try It Out?
Go ahead and download the pattern worksheets and print out a few for your next learning time. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or just someone helping a little learner grow, these pages are a great tool to support early development in a fun, visual way.
I’d love to hear how your child enjoyed them—feel free to share your experience or even a photo of their finished work!