Finding a Half - Worksheet

The "Finding a Half" series of worksheets are engaging maths teaching resources that encourage pupils to explore the concept of halving different shapes. In these exercises, students are tasked with drawing lines to divide various shapes into two equal parts. They are prompted to consider whether there is more than one way to achieve this, thus introducing them to the idea that shapes can be bisected in multiple ways. The worksheets are designed to help children visualise and understand the concept of a half, an essential skill in their mathematical development.

Further along in the series, the worksheets introduce matching activities where students are required to draw lines to pair the correct halves to form complete shapes. This not only reinforces their understanding of symmetry but also aids in developing their spatial awareness. Additionally, some worksheets provide cut-out tasks that involve sorting shapes into categories based on whether they represent less than, exactly, or more than half. The series culminates with a set of statements that students must evaluate as true or false, explaining their reasoning. This encourages critical thinking and a deeper comprehension of the properties of shapes and how they can be divided equally.