Materials Required:
Colored paper plates (various colors)
Scissors
Glue or tape
Markers (for labeling fractions, if needed)
Steps Involved:
Preparation: Cut the colored paper plates into various segments to represent different fractions (e.g., halves, quarters, thirds).
Activity Introduction: Explain to students that they will be using the paper plates to create and explore fractions.
Creating Fractions: Have students piece together the segments of the paper plates to form different fractions. They can create whole fractions by combining segments or identify and label individual segments.
Exploring Equivalencies: Encourage students to find and compare equivalent fractions using their paper plates. For example, combining two quarters to make a half.
Discussion and Review: Discuss the fractions created and the equivalencies observed. Review the activity with the class to reinforce their understanding of fractions.