🎯 Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
- Understand the meaning of fractions
- Identify parts of a whole
- Recognize and write simple fractions (½, ⅓, ¼)
- Compare simple fractions
- Use fractions in daily life situations
📘 Key Terms (Simple Definitions)
- Whole: One complete object
- Fraction: A part of a whole
- Numerator: The top number (shows parts taken)
- Denominator: The bottom number (shows total equal parts)
🟢 WEEK 1
Day 1: Introduction to Whole and Parts
Objective: Understand whole and parts
Explanation:
- Show an apple or chapati
- One complete apple = Whole
- Cut into equal parts
Activity:
- Divide a circle into 2 equal parts
- Colour one part
Concept: Equal sharing
Day 2: What is a Fraction?
Objective: Understand fractions
Definition:
👉 A fraction shows a part of a whole.
Examples:
- ½ (one out of two equal parts)
- ¼ (one out of four equal parts)
Activity:
- Paper folding (fold into 2 and 4 parts)
Day 3: Understanding Numerator and Denominator
Objective: Identify parts of a fraction
Explanation:
- In ¾
- 3 = numerator (parts taken)
- 4 = denominator (total parts)
Activity:
- Colour fractions on worksheet
Day 4: Identifying Fractions in Shapes
Objective: Recognize fractions
Activity:
- Show shapes divided into equal parts
- Ask students to name the fraction
Practice:
- Match picture with fraction
Day 5: Revision + Assessment
Objective: Reinforce learning
Activities:
- Oral questions
- Colour and name fractions
- Worksheet
🔵 WEEK 2
Day 6: Fractions in Daily Life
Objective: Apply fractions to real life
Examples:
- Half roti
- Quarter pizza
- Half glass of milk
Activity:
- Draw and label fractions
Day 7: Comparing Fractions (Same Denominator)
Objective: Compare fractions
Concept:
- Bigger numerator → bigger fraction
Examples:
- 3/5 > 1/5
Activity:
- Use fraction strips
Day 8: Equivalent Fractions (Basic)
Objective: Understand equivalent fractions
Definition:
👉 Equivalent fractions are different fractions with the same value.
Examples:
- ½ = 2/4
Activity:
- Colour equal parts
Day 9: Writing Fractions
Objective: Write fractions correctly
Activity:
- Look at pictures and write fractions
- Fill in the blanks
Day 10: Final Assessment + Fun Activity
Objective: Evaluate learning
Activities:
- Worksheet test
- Draw and colour fractions
- Group activity
🧠 Teaching Aids
- Paper strips
- Real objects (roti, fruits)
- Charts
- Worksheets