Introduction to the Fraction Insets
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Introduction to the Fraction Insets | |
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Math - Fractions | |
Level | Primary Elementary |
Age | 5.5+ |
Materials | ten metal fraction insets |
This activity teaches the child the names of fractions up to tenths.
Presentation
- "These are called fractions. The word fraction means to break apart."
- "This circle isn't broken apart. It is in one whole piece."
- "This circle is broken in two pieces."
- "With fractions, the pieces have to be the same size."
- "This circle is broken into three pieces that are all the same size."
- Teach the terms whole, half, and third. Do a three period lesson.
- Introduce more fractions and do another three period lesson.
- Introduce the remaining fractions if the child shows interest, or do the rest at a later time.
Points of Interest
Control of Error
Variations and Extensions
- Food is excellent for demonstrating fractions.
Material
Make Your Own
- Fraction circles could be made from felt:
- (For a description of how these were made, see Counting Coconuts.)
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Bruins $305.00 (metal)
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Thinkamajigs $99.95 (metal, includes stands)
Stands for Fraction Insets
Kid Advance $24.99
Montessori N' Such $42.00 (two levels)
Montessori Outlet $26.95
Nienhuis $58.50
Online Resources
Dad's Worksheets Fraction Calculator
Further Reading
- Teaching Montessori in the Home: The School Years by Elizabeth G. Hainstock, pages 84-85