Fraction Foundations - Intro

This math unit begins by introducing basic fraction concepts through visual representation, helping students understand simple fractions like numerators and denominators in contexts such as slices of a pizza. Initially, students identify and describe fractions visually and work on selecting images that match described fractions. As the unit advances, it incorporates skills for recognizing fractions from shaded areas in images and further develops these skills into reading and identifying simple fractions on a number line. Moving deeper into the unit, the focus expands to mixed fractions. Students learn to correlate mixed fractions with corresponding visual representations and practice identifying mixed fractions on number lines. The progression from basic fractions to mixed fractions, both visually and on number lines, aids in building a comprehensive understanding of fractions in a step-by-step manner suitable for beginners. This structured approach ensures that students solidify their foundational knowledge before tackling more complex aspects of fractions.