Fractions - Fractions on a number line - Starter

In a mathematics lesson targeted at Year 6 students during the Autumn Term's eighth week, the focus is on understanding fractions and their application on a number line. The session begins with a "Fluent in Four" revision activity, which aims to solidify the students' proficiency in working with fractions. They are tasked with simplifying fractions, such as 17/60, 8/12, and 13/23, and are also required to calculate the time, represented as a fraction of an hour, like 21:12 being simplified to 9/12 or 3/4. The lesson further delves into identifying factors of given numbers, specifically 75 and 125, and determining the highest common factor between them, enhancing the students' understanding of number properties.

Additionally, the lesson incorporates practical applications of mathematics by asking students to calculate the area of a shape, given that each square on the grid represents a certain length, with two scenarios provided: one where each square is 1.2 cm, and another where it is 14 mm. Students must use their knowledge of area calculation to find the correct answer in square centimeters. The lesson also touches on volume and capacity, comparing the capacities of two containers, A and B, in milliliters and liters, respectively, and asking students to determine the volume of water each container holds. This comprehensive approach to fractions not only reinforces numerical skills but also integrates measurement concepts, ensuring a well-rounded mathematical understanding for the students.