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Cover of Pegboard and Pom-Pom Pattern Cards
Fine Motor PlayNursery & Reception · ages 3–5

Pegboard and Pom-Pom Pattern Cards

Copy the pattern peg by peg.

Simple 3 by 3 patterns, 4 by 4 patterns, line patterns and challenge cards to copy with pegs, pom-poms, buttons or counters.

  • 6 pages A4 portrait
  • 4 activity pages
  • PDF · 39 KB free, no sign-up

Sample pages

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Inside this book

  • Page 3Simple Pattern Cards (3×3)
  • Page 4Pattern Cards (4×4)
  • Page 5Line Pattern Cards
  • Page 6Extra Challenge Cards

Notes for grown-ups

Reproduced from page 2 of the book so you can read it before printing.

Pattern recognition, fine motor skills and concentration using pegboards or pom-poms.

How to use

  • Show the child the pattern card.
  • Give them a pegboard and pegs, or a board and pom-poms.
  • Copy the red dots exactly onto their board.
  • Check the pattern together when finished.
  • Try the next card.

Tips

  •  Start with simple 3×3 patterns.
  •  Use different coloured pegs or pom-poms.
  •  Laminate the cards for reuse.
  •  These cards work well for independent or small-group work.

Cards included

  •  Simple 3×3 patterns
  •  4×4 patterns
  •  Line and shape patterns
  •  Extra challenge cards

You will need

  • A pegboard with pegs, or pom-poms and tweezers
  • Print on card and laminate
  • Printed at 100% (not "fit to page")
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