Fractions - Compare Fractions (More Than One) - Starter

In a Year 5 mathematics lesson focused on fractions and geometry, students are first tasked with arranging sets of fractions in descending order. They must compare and sequence fractions that have different denominators and numerators, such as 3/5, 1/10, 3/10, and 7/10, as well as fractions like 6/7, 6/20, and 6/15. This exercise requires an understanding of how to evaluate the relative sizes of fractions. Additionally, students are presented with a problem involving translations on a coordinate grid. They must describe the movement required to translate shape A to shape B and vice versa, noting the shifts along the x (horizontal) and y (vertical) axes. For instance, they would describe the translation from shape A to shape B as a move of 4 units to the right and 5 units down.

The lesson also includes a 'Fluent in Four' revision section, where students practice their arithmetic skills with a variety of operations involving fractions. They are given fractions with common denominators, such as 13/37 and 23/37, and must perform addition, subtraction, and comparison. Furthermore, the lesson explores the concept of area through a problem that asks students to identify a shape with an area greater than that of a first given shape but less than that of a second. They are provided with a range of areas, such as 10 to 16 squares, and must determine which shape fits the criteria. These activities are designed to deepen students' understanding of fractions and develop their skills in geometry and mathematical reasoning.