Fractions - Equivalent fractions 3 - Planning

In the Year 3 summer term lesson on equivalent fractions, students are introduced to the concept of finding equivalent fractions using a fraction wall. The lesson begins with a warm-up activity where students answer fluency questions to refresh their understanding from previous lessons. The primary teaching method involves using a fraction wall as a visual aid; initially, children may use a provided blank fraction wall to explore and discover equivalent fractions for themselves. The class will then examine how these fractions can also be represented on a number line, enhancing their comprehension of the concept.

Through guided activities, students learn to recognize patterns between the numerator and the denominator to find missing values and understand the consistent relationship in equivalent fractions. They are encouraged to use their knowledge of times tables to aid in this process. Independent worksheet tasks allow children to apply the skills they've learned, and the lesson concludes with a reflective 'Give me five' plenary, where students assess their learning, identify any challenges faced, and articulate what they will remember from the session. Differentiated outcomes are provided to cater to varying levels of student ability, from those working towards understanding the basics of equivalent fractions to those capable of greater depth analysis, including true or false questions based on a single fraction wall.