Fractions - Order fractions - Starter

In a Year 3 mathematics lesson, students are presented with a series of engaging activities to master the concept of ordering fractions. The lesson starts with a 'Fluent in Four' revision segment, where pupils tackle quickfire arithmetic problems such as multiplying 24 by half of itself and finding a missing factor in a multiplication equation that results in 40. The primary focus of the lesson is on ordering fractions from least to greatest. Students are given a set of fractions: 1/10, 1/7, 1/6, and 1/5, and are tasked with arranging them in ascending order, enhancing their understanding of fraction sizes.

The lesson also includes a division challenge where students must find a two-digit number that, when divided by 3, results in a whole number. They are encouraged to explore various possibilities and list all potential answers. Additionally, the lesson incorporates a real-world application of mathematics through a sports-themed problem. Pupils examine a table of goals scored by famous football forwards and calculate the total number of goals scored by the top three players. They also determine which pair of forwards, when combined, have scored more goals than another player. This practical application not only helps to solidify their arithmetic skills but also adds an element of fun by connecting the lesson to a topic of interest for many children.