Identify parts and wholes in the contexts of lines and 3D objects
I can identify parts and whole in the contexts of lines and 3D objects.
Identify parts and wholes in the contexts of lines and 3D objects
I can identify parts and whole in the contexts of lines and 3D objects.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The whole has been divided into __ equal parts.
- Each equal part is one-__ of the whole.
- Fractions can be represented in different ways including names and notation.
Keywords
Whole - The whole is all of a group or number.
Part - A part is a section of the whole.
Equal - Have the same quantity or value.
Unequal - Do not have the same quantity or value.
Common misconception
Pupils struggle to visualise when considering 3D parts and wholes and cannot identify a given fractional part of a 3D whole, particularly when presented on a screen as a picture.
Provide opportunities for pupils to experience fractional parts of 3D shapes in real life situations e.g. base 10 blocks or using cuboids such as small cereal variety boxes or photocopying paper boxes. Physical manipulation can support visualisation.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions



$$ \frac{1}{12} $$ -
one-twelfth
$$ \frac{1}{5} $$ -
one-fifth
$$ \frac{1}{9} $$ -
one-ninth
$$ \frac{1}{2} $$ -
one-half
Exit quiz
6 Questions





