Greek Day / Greek Key Pattern Borders
Greek Key Pattern Borders
Children draw the repeating Greek key, or meander, pattern on grid paper and use it to frame their names or a picture.
How to run it
- Show examples of the Greek key pattern on pottery, buildings and fabrics.
- Demonstrate drawing one unit on grid paper by following a set number of squares.
- Children repeat the unit along a strip to make a continuous border.
- Colour the pattern in blue and white or their own choice of colours.
- Use the border to frame a name card or picture.
You will need
- grid paper
- pencils
- rulers
- markers or coloured pencils
- printed pattern examples
Make it easier or harderYounger children can trace a pre-drawn border; older children can invent their own key design or turn corners neatly.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 3Children notice and repeat patterns, building focus and mathematical thinking through art.
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