Fractions - Fraction of an amount - Planning

In a Year 3 mathematics lesson focused on fractions, students delve into the concept of finding unit fractions of amounts. The lesson employs a variety of resources including worksheets, presentations, and hands-on materials such as counters and objects for grouping. The key vocabulary for the session includes terms like 'unit fraction', 'bar model', and 'equal parts', all of which are essential for understanding how to divide quantities into fractions. The class begins with a recap of previous knowledge, followed by a practical demonstration where students are asked to divide 20 objects into equal groups to visually comprehend the fraction each group represents. Throughout the lesson, activities are designed to solidify their understanding of unit fractions using practical and visual methods, such as bar models and place value cards.

As students progress through the lesson, they engage in various activities that challenge their ability to calculate fractions of number amounts. They use bar models and counters to visually represent and calculate unit fractions of given amounts, and tackle reasoning problems that require applying their knowledge to word problems. The lesson is structured to cater to different levels of understanding, with activities ranging from finding simple unit fractions of amounts to solving more complex questions that involve comparing unit fractions. A 'Give me five' reflection activity concludes the session, encouraging students to think about what they've learned, the skills they've used, and any challenges they faced. The differentiated worksheets and reasoning questions ensure that every student, whether working towards expected standards or at greater depth, can develop a robust understanding of fractions of amounts.