Thirds - Worksheet

The "Recognising a Third Worksheet" is a comprehensive educational resource that helps Year 6 students grasp the concept of dividing shapes and quantities into thirds. The worksheet includes a series of activities that challenge students to identify and shade one third of various shapes, circle images that are divided into thirds, and determine the truthfulness of statements regarding the division of shapes into thirds. It also prompts students to explain their reasoning, reinforcing their understanding of equal parts. The tasks are designed to build on each other, starting with basic identification and moving towards applying the concept to different scenarios, such as determining if two different methods of shading a third of a square are correct.

The "Finding a Third Worksheet" takes the concept of thirds a step further by asking students to apply their knowledge to more complex problems. The activities include shading a third of given shapes, circling a third of a set of objects, and using bar models to visualize and calculate thirds of given numbers. Additionally, the worksheet presents real-world problems, such as calculating the cost of an item after spending a third of a given amount of money, or figuring out the original number of cupcakes after a certain number have been given away. This worksheet not only tests the students' ability to find a third but also develops their problem-solving skills and their ability to apply mathematical concepts to everyday situations.