Year 2 - Maths
Recognise and name the fraction 'one half'
Fractions: identify equal parts and be familiar with halves, thirds and quarters
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will identify whether something has or has not been split into equal parts. They will name fractions one-half one-quarter and one-third in relation to a fraction of a length shape or set of objects.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to name the fraction 'one-half' in relation to a fraction of an object, shape or set of objects and explain how you know that it is one-half.
Key Notes
- When the whole has been divided into two equal parts, each part is one-half of the whole.
- You can find half of objects, shapes and sets of objects.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Half or one-half: One of two equal parts of a whole. To divide into two equal parts.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Some children may think that a line drawn through the middle of something means that the whole has been divided in half.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
When the whole has been divided into two equal parts, each part is one-half of the whole. You can find half of objects, shapes and sets of objects.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Half or one-half'
One of two equal parts of a whole. To divide into two equal parts. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.
Mistake: Some children may think that a line drawn through the middle of something means that the whole has been divided in half. Correction: Children will benefit from practical experiences where they can explore finding half of shapes and objects in different ways. Encourage them to compare the size of the parts and make sure they are equal.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Equal or unequal parts Study Guide
- Find one-half of a number Study Guide
- Find one-third or one-quarter of a number Study Guide
- Find three-quarters of an object, shape, set of objects or quantity Study Guide
- Read, write and understand fraction notation Study Guide
- Recognise and name the fraction 'one quarter' Study Guide
- Recognise and name the fraction 'one-third' Study Guide
- Recognise the equivalence of 2/4 and 1/2 Study Guide
- Relate finding half of a number to halving and doubling Study Guide
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