Rainbow Colors and Patterns Lesson Plan

Objective: Students will identify colors, practice counting, and create simple patterns using the Rainbow Reverie Dot Rug.

Materials:
- Rainbow Reverie Dot Rug
- Small objects in matching colors (e.g., buttons, pom-poms)

Lesson Plan:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   - Gather students around the rug
   - Introduce the rug and its colors

2. Color Identification (10 minutes):
   - Point to each color, have students name it
   - Ask students to find objects in the classroom matching each color

3. Counting Activity (10 minutes):
   - Count the dots in each color column together
   - Have students count how many total dots are on the rug

4. Pattern Creation (15 minutes):
   - Demonstrate making a simple pattern using the colored dots (e.g., red-yellow-red-yellow)
   - Have students create their own patterns using small objects on the rug

5. Movement Game (10 minutes):
   - Call out colors; students hop to the corresponding dots
   - Incorporate directions (e.g., "Touch a blue dot with your left hand")

6. Wrap-up (5 minutes):
   - Review colors and patterns learned
   - Ask students to share their favorite part of the lesson

Assessment: Observe student participation and accuracy in identifying colors, counting, and creating patterns.

Extensions:
- Use the rug for simple addition/subtraction problems
- Create a color-based story using the rug as inspiration