What Comes Next?

What Comes Next?

This engaging worksheet is a fantastic resource for young learners, designed to build early math skills, pattern recognition, logical thinking, and fine motor development. Whether used at home or in the classroom, it turns learning into a fun and visually stimulating experience.

Purpose:

This worksheet helps children recognize, continue, and complete patterns using shapes, objects, or images. It’s an ideal tool for building foundational math and reasoning skills in early learners.

Activities:

• Pattern identification

• Predicting and completing “what comes next” in a sequence

• Fine motor practice through drawing or cutting and pasting

• Visual recognition and logical reasoning

Materials Needed:

• Pencil or marker

• Scissors and glue (if cut-and-paste format)

• Crayons or colored pencils (optional for added creativity)

Worksheet Specifications:

• Page Size: 8.5″ x 11″ (Letter Size)

• Orientation: Portrait

Instructions for Use:

Part 1:

• Observe the Pattern: Begin by looking at the sequence of shapes, colors, or objects provided. Identify the pattern (e.g., ABAB, AABB, ABC).

• Predict the Next Item: Think about what comes next based on the established sequence.

Part 2:

• Complete the Pattern:

  • Draw: If the worksheet includes blank spaces, draw the next item in the sequence.

  • Cut and Paste (if applicable): Choose the correct piece from the provided options and glue it in the right spot to complete the pattern.

• Color (Optional): Add color to the patterns for extra fun and creativity.

This worksheet encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and pattern recognition—key concepts in early math readiness. It also supports fine motor development, making it a well-rounded activity for preschool and kindergarten learners.