Fractions - Making a half activity - Starter

Introducing a starter activity for Year 1 students during their Summer Term, the focus is on understanding and creating fractions, specifically halves. The lesson incorporates a 'Fluent in Four' revision section, which encourages pupils to practice their doubling skills. For example, students are asked to calculate the sum of double 3 and double 4, leading them to understand that this equals 14. This activity not only reinforces their addition skills but also introduces them to the concept of doubling numbers.

The lesson continues with an exercise that helps students recognise and complete number patterns within an array. They are prompted to fill in the gaps to complete simple addition sentences, such as "____ + ____ = ____" and "____ + ____ + ____ + ____ = ____", which helps to develop their understanding of number sequences and addition. Additionally, students are taught to compare quantities using inequality symbols such as 'greater than', 'less than', or 'equal to'. To further their comprehension of measurement and volume, they use descriptive phrases like "full", "empty", "almost full", and "nearly empty". These activities are designed to be interactive and encourage the students to apply mathematical concepts to real-life contexts.