Fractions - Equivalent Fractions (4) - Starter

In a Year 4 mathematics lesson, part of the Spring Term's Week 6 Day 3 curriculum, students are tasked with a variety of exercises to enhance their fluency in working with numbers and understanding of equivalent fractions. The 'Fluent in Four' revision segment encourages quick mental arithmetic, such as solving multiplication equations to find missing factors. For example, students must determine what number multiplied by 9 equals 36, or find the product of 6 and an unknown number that results in 144. These exercises are designed to reinforce multiplication skills and the relationship between multiplication and division.

The lesson also focuses on geometry, prompting students to identify different types of angles such as acute, right, and obtuse angles. Additionally, the children apply their knowledge of fractions by completing a series of equivalent fractions, ensuring they understand that different fractions can represent the same value. A real-life application of maths is presented through a word problem that asks students to calculate the total number of children seated at 3 tables, with 6 children at each table. This not only tests their multiplication skills but also helps them to visualise and solve problems in a practical context. The lesson is interactive and encourages the development of critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in relation to fundamental mathematical concepts.