Pattern is the underlying theme of mathematics. It is found throughout our environment in many forms. The skill of recognizing, duplicating and using patterns is a valuable problem solving tool. The children in Mrs. Hull's kindergarten class discovered the enjoyment of creating various patterns using their own artwork. The students were asked to create three images using KidPix. By duplicating and reordering their three images, they were able to create various patterns. In addition, students at the fourth grade level used tesselation concepts to create computer-generated tesselations.

Other schools, such as Highland Middle School in Libertyville, IL, have also explored tesselations through art media. Math Forum's Tesselation Tutorials is a good resource for learning how to create computer-generated tesselations using HyperStudio and ClarisWorks Painting. Or, check out our own site on creating ClarisWorks Drawing Tesselations.

If you would like more information on patterns or tesselations contact:
shull@hipark.austin.isd.tenet.edu or
shunter@hipark.austin.isd.tenet.edu

Addison

I used oranges, green hearts, and trees for my pattern.

Allie

I used a Christmas tree, a present, and a house for my patterns.

Jane

I used a rose, a person's heart, and purple box with something black in it.

Blake

I used an apple, an orange, and a ball to make my patterns.

Chris

I used a tree, a ball, and an apple to make my patterns.

Christopher

I used a flower, a heart, and a moon to make my patterns.

Elizabeth

I used an apple, a flower, and grapes to make my patterns.

Gillian

I used a heart, a ball, a tree, and a star for my patterns.

Hannah

I used a flower, an apple, and a moon for my patterns.

Hayden

I used a cowboy hat, a volcano, and a Christmas tree for my patterns.

Heather

I used a ball, an apple, and a flag for my patterns.

Jenna

I used a pumpkin, some grapes, and a volcano for my patterns.

John Henry

I used a rainbow, a sun, and a pink heart for my patterns.

Kevin

I used two pumpkins and a grass tree for my patterns.

Phillip

I used a nut palm tree, a half moon, and a raspberry strawberry for my patterns.

Dan

I used a red apple, the United States flag, and the wind for my patterns.

Ty

I used a pickup truck, a doodle car, and a racing flag for my patterns.

Tyler

I used the sun in the sky, a red strawberry, and an orange apple for my patterns.

William

I used a regular star, a Christmas tree, and a spotted heart for my patterns.