Fractions and Parts of a Whole · Number Sense

Defining the Fraction

Understanding the roles of the numerator and denominator in representing parts of a whole.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why does the denominator get larger as the actual piece of the fraction gets smaller?
  2. 2What does it mean for a fraction to be equal to one whole?
  3. 3How can we prove that two different looking fractions represent the same amount?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - NumberNCCA: Primary - Fractions
Class/Year: 3rd Year
Subject: Mathematical Foundations and Real World Reasoning
Unit: Fractions and Parts of a Whole
Period: Number Sense

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