3rd Grade Tessellations Quilt Art Activity PDF

Master ruler skills, patterns, and tessellations with this hands-on 3rd Grade Art Activity inspired by the beautiful “Double Irish Chain Quilt” (c.1850) by Margie Gorrecht!
Students will use rulers to create precise tiles and repeating tessellations as they design their own stunning quilt pattern. This engaging, no-prep printable PDF perfectly complements the Core Knowledge Art Curriculum and combines math, precision, and creativity.
✅ Practices ruler skills and measuring
✅ Explores advanced patterns, tiles, and tessellations
✅ Inspired by a historic American quilt
✅ Aligns with Core Knowledge Art Curriculum
✅ Includes QR code for step-by-step video tutorial
✅ No prep – just print and go!
✅ Perfect for pattern units, geometry in art, cultural art lessons, or sub plans
Your third graders will be amazed at the professional-looking tessellated designs they create while strengthening math and art skills together!