Easter Egg Patterns Busy Box

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Busy boxes are great when you need to pull out an activity quickly, at home or on the go! We have quite a collection by now, check it out HERE!

Make this Easter egg pattern busy box before Easter and have fun “decorating” the egg and work on patterns too!

Patterning is a pre-writing activity. The idea is to start the pattern at the left and work to the right, just as you would write. Also, copying a pattern works on visual perception, a skill children need for writing. The bonus, picking up the small buttons works on fine motor skills too!

For this busy box you need:

A box like This
Felt sheets(two pastel colours)
Buttons
Patterns written on cards

Line the lid of the box with a piece of felt. Cut a large egg shape that will fit in the lid too. I have added the buttons to a cute silicone cupcake liner, but you can simply add it to the box or use another small container.

I only made four different patterns(straight, waves, zigzag, loop), but obviously you can make as many as you wish. You can even do number or letter cards too for copying.