Maths- Fraction

 This week we have started thinking about fractions. We spent a lesson looking at conceptually what a fraction is (a part of a whole) and began to show this with our fraction bars. This was great fun and it was brilliant using such a great resource as shown in the pictures. We then looked at creating equivalent fractions with our models before moving on to creating stories to do with fractions. This proved a great introduction to our fractions topic. 

We have also looked at equivalent fractions and how we can simplify fractions. The children have really impressed Mr Lines and Mrs Hippolite with their vocabulary and understanding of fractions so far. 



















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