Objective:  To use a pattern (AB, ABB, ABC, etc.) to decorate a tree.

Directions:  You will be provided with a blank tree template for this project.  Your job is to place decorations on the tree in a pattern of your choice.  For example, you could use an AB pattern for the lights (red, green, red, green) or an ABC pattern for the ornaments (star, bell, candle, star, bell, candle).  As always, be creative!  You can use crayons, markers, cereal, beads, etc. to create the patterns on your tree.  When decorating your tree, you can keep the same pattern throughout (easiest) or you can try making a different pattern for each row of decorations (challenging).  When you finish decorating the tree, ask your child to describe the patterns. 

Due Date:  Trees should be completed by Thursday, December 3, and returned to school to share on or before that day.  Children will present their tree to the class and they will be asked to orally identify the patterns on their tree.  All trees will be put on display.