Fractions - Equivalent Fractions (3) - Worksheet

The worksheet is designed to help children understand and find equivalent fractions using a visual aid known as a fraction wall. The activities are structured in a way that gradually builds student confidence and ability. Initially, the worksheet provides a fraction wall with certain fractions highlighted, guiding the students to identify equivalent fractions. As they progress, the fraction wall becomes less detailed, requiring students to shade in sections to determine equivalency themselves. Finally, they are presented with a blank fraction wall, challenging them to use their acquired knowledge to find as many equivalent fractions as possible for given fractions.

Further activities focus on fluency and precision with equivalent fractions. For example, students are asked to use the fraction wall to find equivalents for one half, one third, and one quarter, filling in the blanks with the correct numerators that complete the equivalent fractions. This hands-on approach not only helps in reinforcing their understanding of fractions but also allows them to explore the concept in a more in-depth manner, including real-life applications. Reasoning and problem-solving tasks encourage students to investigate how different fractions can be equivalent, fostering critical thinking and a deeper comprehension of the relationship between various fractions.