I’ve written other posts about patterns in nature, such as concentric circles, spirals and hearts. In this post, let’s focus on stripes. I’ve previously shared that I enjoy setting an intention for my walks, and finding stripes was an especially challenging task that has taken time. Both prey and predators use stripes for camouflage. Some of the stripes on shells and plants are growth rings or body segments while the stripes or layers on rocks result from heat and pressure.

Zebras, skunks, tigers, and raccoons are known for their stripes, but there are many other animals that have stripes too.

Taken at the Sanibel Shell Museum in 2022

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A Bad Case of Stripes is a fun fiction story to include in your study of stripes. Go here to view full screen. The setting is the beginning of a new school year.

There are numerous simple paper or yarn weaving activities that will reinforce your study of stripes. Integrate measurement skills.