More Fraction Work

In our work on fractions, we have been trying hard to understand that fractions are about dividing shapes or objects into equal parts. We've practised writing fractions with a focus on the number at the bottom showing the number of parts the objects have been divided into. Today we did some more work on quarters and looked at thirds. The children have become very proficient at recognising equal and unequal parts. 

We continued to consolidate our learning using food. Today we used a box of Smarties. 

The children were divided into groups of three. 

First each group was asked to divide a paper plate into thirds. 

Next the children took turns to share their box of Smarties so that each received an equal portion. 

The last step was to check that the portions were in fact equal. Each child was asked to count their Smarties to ensure they were divided into 3 equal parts. 

And when all was done, the children ate their Smarties!

Maths can be so much fun!