Recognising Simple Fractions of Wholes

WALT - We Are Learning To...

Recognise and find simple fractions (halves, quarters, and tenths) of whole numbers Understand how to represent fractions visually and numerically Apply knowledge of fractions in practical, real-life contexts Explain our reasoning when finding fractions of quantities

Success Criteria - I Can...

Identify halves, quarters, and tenths as fractions of a whole number Represent fractions visually using diagrams or bar models Calculate simple fractions of given whole numbers accurately Explain my reasoning when finding fractions of quantities

Starter Question

What do you already know about fractions? Think about: halves, quarters, and tenths Discuss with your partner for 2 minutes

What Are Fractions?

Fractions are parts of a whole The bottom number (denominator) tells us how many equal parts The top number (numerator) tells us how many parts we have Examples: 1/2, 1/4, 1/10

Visual Fraction Models

Finding Fractions of Numbers

To find 1/2 of a number: divide by 2 To find 1/4 of a number: divide by 4 To find 1/10 of a number: divide by 10 Example: 1/2 of 20 = 20 ÷ 2 = 10

Real-Life Fraction Problems

Problem 1: A packet has 40 sweets. What is 1/4 of the sweets? Problem 2: You read 1/2 of a 60-page book. How many pages? Problem 3: A pizza has 10 slices. You eat 1/10. How many slices?

Guided Practice

Work in pairs to complete the worksheet Section A: Identify fractions from diagrams Section B: Calculate fractions of whole numbers Section C: Solve word problems

Challenge Task

For confident learners: Find 3/4 of 40 Method: Find 1/4 first, then multiply by 3 Explain your reasoning to your partner

Plenary Quiz

Quick fire questions: What is 1/2 of 80? What is 1/4 of 60? What is 1/10 of 90? Thumbs up if you feel confident with fractions!