Pattern Recognition Worksheet: Cut and Paste the Next Picture!
This worksheet builds pattern recognition for children ages 3-5 by having them identify a repeating sequence in each row and then cut out and glue the picture that correctly continues it. Because the correct piece must be found among several distractor options, this task sharpens visual discrimination alongside the logical thinking needed to predict what comes next in a sequence.
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Month 11: Learning & Development | Ages 4-5
This is page 22 of the pack. Ages 4-5 · Pre-KAges 4-5 · ReceptionAges 4-5 · LKGAges 4-5
About this worksheet
- Topic:
- Patterns
- Skill:
- Patterns: Identify and extend patterns.
- Pack:
- Page 22 of 28 in Month 11: Learning & Development | Ages 4-5.
How to use this worksheet
Look at the first row of pictures together and say each item aloud in order, listening for the repeating pattern. Ask your child what picture should logically come next to continue that pattern. Have them find the matching picture among the cutout options at the bottom, cut it out, and glue it into the empty box. Repeat this process for each row, encouraging your child to explain the pattern before choosing their answer.
Materials needed
- Scissors
- Glue
- Pencil
Extension activities
- 1Create your own simple picture patterns using stickers or small drawings for your child to continue.
- 2Build patterns using everyday objects, like arranging spoons and forks in a repeating sequence.
- 3Look for patterns in clothing, floor tiles, or wallpaper and describe them out loud.
- 4Draw the next item in the pattern freehand on a blank sheet of paper as extra practice.

Written by
Hemsweta Jain · Teacher Cheena
MBA and Early Childhood Educator, teaching since 2014 · Founder of RaisoActive, Mumbai
Every RaisoActive worksheet is designed and checked by the founder before publishing.
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