Pre-K patterns and sorting videos

Preschool and kindergarten (ages 3–6) · 12 videos · Checked and refreshed daily

Quick answer

In pre-K, children learn to spot, copy and extend simple patterns like AB and ABB, and to sort objects by color, size and shape. Start with Scratch Garden's "Patterns!" and Homeschool Pop's pattern lesson, then practice with Jack Hartmann's "The Alligator Chomp!" and Kids Academy sorting games. Use Repeat one on any song.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Patterns! | Mini Math Movies | Scratch GardenPatterns! | Mini Math Movies | Scratch GardenScratch GardenPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Patterns for Kids | Elementary Math LessonPatterns for Kids | Elementary Math LessonHomeschool PopPlay from here Loop
  3. 3The Patterns Practice Song | Math Songs | Scratch GardenThe Patterns Practice Song | Math Songs | Scratch GardenScratch GardenPlay from here Loop
  4. 4The Alligator Chomp! | Pattern Song for Kids | Jack HartmannThe Alligator Chomp! | Pattern Song for Kids | Jack HartmannJack Hartmann Kids Music ChannelPlay from here Loop
  5. 5THE BUNNY GOES HOP! (Easter pattern song for kids)THE BUNNY GOES HOP! (Easter pattern song for kids)Harry Kindergarten MusicPlay from here Loop
  6. 6The Halloween Pattern Party! | Jack HartmannThe Halloween Pattern Party! | Jack HartmannJack Hartmann Kids Music ChannelPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Same and Different for Preschool and Kindergarten | Sorting and Matching ActivitiesSame and Different for Preschool and Kindergarten | Sorting and Matching ActivitiesKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Categorizing and Sorting Objects | It's Easy With Twinkl | Twinkl USACategorizing and Sorting Objects | It's Easy With Twinkl | Twinkl USATwinkl Teaching Resources - United StatesPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Sorting by Color and Size | Preschool & Kindergarten Math Games | Kids AcademySorting by Color and Size | Preschool & Kindergarten Math Games | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Sorting Objects and Counting for Kids | Sorting Games for Preschool & Kindergarten | Kids AcademySorting Objects and Counting for Kids | Sorting Games for Preschool & Kindergarten | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Sort the Same Group Two Different Ways | Preschool and Kindergarten | Kids AcademySort the Same Group Two Different Ways | Preschool and Kindergarten | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Matching, Sorting & Logic Games and Activities | Preschool & Kindergarten | Kids AcademyMatching, Sorting & Logic Games and Activities | Preschool & Kindergarten | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop

What should a pre-K child be able to do after this unit?

Most children can continue an AB pattern such as red, blue, red, blue, make their own pattern, and sort a group of toys by one rule like color or size. Grade levels vary by country and school; pre-K here means ages 4–5.

How can RepeatWatch help with patterns and sorting?

Drag A and B around one pattern so your child can say what comes next before it plays. Slow a sorting game to 0.75×, save each round on keys 1–9, and use Stop after N loops so a session ends on its own.

Frequently asked questions

What is an AB pattern?

An AB pattern repeats two things in turn, such as clap, stomp, clap, stomp. An ABB pattern repeats one thing then another twice, such as red, blue, blue. Saying patterns aloud and moving to them helps young children hear the repeat.

How is sorting connected to math?

Sorting asks children to notice what is the same and what is different, then group things by a rule. It is an early step toward counting groups, comparing amounts and reading simple charts in kindergarten (ages 5–6).