Patterns worksheets
Patterns worksheets give students in Kindergarten to Grade 6 focused practice in number, shape and growing patterns. This page has 42 free printable sets, grouped by grade, and every set includes a computed answer key that is never wrong. Print them or save as a PDF, no login needed, or generate a fresh one.
What is patterns?
A pattern is a sequence that follows a rule; students find the rule, then continue or describe the pattern.
How to teach it
Identify the repeating unit or the rule (add 3, double), extend it, and describe it in words. Build growing patterns with materials.
Worked example
Common mistake
Noticing only the first step of a rule, or continuing by appearance rather than the underlying rule.
What's inside
- ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ___
- 20, 25, 30, 35, ___
- ■ ▲ ■ ▲ ■ ▲ ■ ___
- 16, 21, 26, 31, ___
- ● ● ▲ ● ● ▲ ● ___
- ■ ★ ◆ ■ ★ ◆ ■ ___
Sample questions. Each set (A, B, C…) has fresh numbers and a computed answer key.
Kindergarten Patterns
All Kindergarten worksheets →Grade 1 Patterns
All Grade 1 worksheets →Grade 2 Patterns
All Grade 2 worksheets →Grade 3 Patterns
All Grade 3 worksheets →Grade 4 Patterns
All Grade 4 worksheets →Grade 5 Patterns
All Grade 5 worksheets →Grade 6 Patterns
All Grade 6 worksheets →Frequently asked questions
Are these patterns worksheets free?
Yes. Every worksheet on ChalkBee is free to view, print and download as a PDF. There is no paywall and you do not need to log in or create an account.
Do the worksheets have answer keys?
Yes. Every set comes with a full answer key. For maths, the answers are computed in code from the exact numbers printed on the sheet, so the key is never wrong.
What grades do patterns worksheets cover?
Patterns worksheets on this page cover Kindergarten to Grade 6. There are 42 printable sets in total, grouped by grade so you can pick the right level.
How do I print or download them?
Open any set, then use your browser's print option to print it or to save it as a PDF. The pages are laid out to print cleanly on standard letter or A4 paper.