Number Knowledge 12 – Fractions
- Understand the meaning of the numbers in a fraction.
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Teacher notes
- Students often find fractions difficult. It is important that they understand what each number in a fraction means.
- Encourage students to understand that fractions where the numerator is smaller than the denominator are less than one whole.
- Working with materials such as fraction circles and fraction pieces helps understanding.
Number Knowledge 13 – Ordering fractions
- Know the relative size of common fractions, especially unit fractions.
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Teacher notes
- Students must understand fractions and what they mean before attempting to compare them.
- Working with materials and diagrams helps understanding of fraction comparisons.
