1. One Half
Draw one rectangle.
Split it into 2 equal parts.
Shade 1 part.
Fraction: 1/2
Before You Start
A fraction shows part of a whole. The parts must be equal. If the parts are not the same size, the picture is not a fair fraction.
- Use paper, coins, blocks, or drawings.
- Say the fraction words out loud: half, fourth, one half, one fourth.
- Ask: Are the parts equal?
- Go slowly. Fractions take practice.
🫧 Bubbles Says
Fractions are easier when you draw the whole first. Then split it into equal parts.
Worksheet A: Equal Parts
Draw the whole. Split it into equal parts. Then shade the part named.
2. One Fourth
Draw one square.
Split it into 4 equal parts.
Shade 1 part.
Fraction: 1/4
3. Three Fourths
Draw one circle or rectangle.
Split it into 4 equal parts.
Shade 3 parts.
Fraction: 3/4
Worksheet B: Circle the Correct Fraction
Read each sentence. Circle the fraction that matches.
Problem 1
A pizza is cut into 2 equal pieces. You eat 1 piece.
Circle one: 1/2 or 1/4
Problem 2
A paper is cut into 4 equal pieces. You color 1 piece.
Circle one: 1/2 or 1/4
Problem 3
A candy bar has 4 equal pieces. You eat 3 pieces.
Circle one: 3/4 or 1/4
Worksheet C: Explain Your Thinking
Writing one sentence helps the learner understand the math.
Question 1
How do you know a shape is split into equal parts?
Answer: ________________________________
Question 2
Which is larger: 1/2 or 1/4?
Draw a picture to show your answer.
Question 3
Why does 3/4 mean more than 1/4?
Answer: ________________________________
Helper Answer Key
Use this key for checking, not rushing. Let the learner explain their drawing before giving the answer.
- Problem 1: 1/2
- Problem 2: 1/4
- Problem 3: 3/4
- 1/2 is larger than 1/4 when both wholes are the same size.
- 3/4 is more than 1/4 because three equal parts are shaded instead of one.
Next Practice
After fractions, return to the app or practice word problems using drawings.