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Author
Yadira
Subject
Math
Difficulty
1st Grade
CC.2.3.1.A.2 - Use the understanding of fractions to partition shapes into halves and quarters Thursday: Students will partition shapes into equal parts (halves and quarters) and use fraction vocabulary to describe the relationships between parts and wholes. I Do Worked Example Problem: Partition a rectangle made from 2 squares. Step 1: Look at the whole shape. Step 2: Find where squares meet. Step 3: Draw a line between them. Step 4: Are parts equal? Yes. Step 5: Name fraction = halves. Pa...
This learning resource focuses on partitioning shapes into equal parts, specifically halves and quarters. Students will explore the concepts of partitioning by learning to divide shapes into two equal parts (halves) and four equal parts (quarters). The resource includes key vocabulary terms such as 'partition,' 'equal parts,' 'whole,' 'halves,' and 'quarters.' It provides guided instruction on how to visually partition shapes, practical exercises for students to practice these skills, and strategies for decomposing composite shapes. Activities encourage students to draw lines to create equal partitions, use fraction terminology, and apply their understanding to real-world contexts, such as sharing sandwiches or chocolate bars.