Banana Mosaic Art Pattern

This one-page pattern shows a banana outline divided into pieces by lines. The directions are printed on the page next to the pattern.

Directions:
  1. Cut out banana pattern.
  2. Cut banana on lines as marked.
  3. Paste banana pieces onto construction paper or onto cardstock.
For a variation: Use different textures and shades of yellow paper to complete the mosaic banana.  Layered or different textured colors may also be used for the background.
Banana Mosaic Art Pattern

Ways to use it

  • Have students cut the banana apart on the lines and glue the pieces down with small gaps for a mosaic look.
  • Offer tissue paper, construction paper and scrapbook paper in shades of yellow.
  • Use it as cutting and gluing practice for building fine motor skills.
  • Glue the pieces onto a contrasting background color.
  • Display finished bananas on a bulletin board during a banana or fruit unit.
  • Talk about how the pieces fit back together like a puzzle.