• identify simple fractions (one half, one third, one fourth) using models.

• explore the concept of a fraction as a "fair share".

Activity

Eating Fractions. (also appropriate for a home activity)

• Put students in small groups of 2, 3 or 4 (or a number of groups of each size).

• Provide students with real food items such as a sandwich or a mini pizza per group. Pictures of food items may also be used.

• Ask students to share the sandwich so that each child in the group receives a "fair share".

Discuss:

• How did you decide to share your food?

• How many people were in your group? What is the name for the piece each person received?

Assessment Tips from Old Tom the Turtle

• Observe how children make a "fair share".

• Do students use appropriate language when discussing the pieces i.e half, third, fourth?