Fractions - Equivalent Fractions (4) - Presentation

In a set of teaching slides focused on equivalent fractions, students are encouraged to deepen their understanding of how to find fractions that represent the same value. The lesson emphasises the key concept that when multiplying the numerator of a fraction by a number, the denominator must also be multiplied by the same number to maintain equivalence. Activities within the lesson involve using diagrams or a fraction wall to help students visualise and complete a series of equivalent fractions, reinforcing the idea that the numerator and denominator must be treated consistently.

The lesson includes a variety of tasks, such as reasoning exercises where students are asked to assess the validity of given equivalent fractions. For example, one exercise presents a character named Zach who attempts to create equivalent fractions by adding the same number to both the numerator and denominator, which leads to a discussion about the correct method of finding equivalent fractions—namely, through multiplication or division by the same number. Further activities challenge students to find multiple equivalent fractions using digit cards and to continue sequences of fractions. The lesson concludes with a discussion about the relationships between numerators and denominators in equivalent fractions and the importance of consistent operations on both to maintain their equivalence.