Pupils are often introduced to fractions in the context of part/ whole relationships. Here, we explain how you can use a number line to explore different representations of fractions and address key misconceptions, for example thinking that fractions are always smaller than 1. 

How to Use a Number Line to Represent Fractions

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Fractions can be a challenging concept for pupils to grasp, this video gives a brief overview of the different types of fractions and some basic representations.

Fractions: An Introduction

Misconceptions unfortunately abound with fractions. In this video, we summarise a few of the common ones and look at ways that you can help address them in your classroom. 

Fractions: Common Misconceptions and How to Address Them

To help pupils understand fractions, concrete and pictorial examples are essential. Watch this short video to pick up a few different practical ways of representing them.

Fractions: Practical Ideas and Resources

Pupils often learn about fractions as part of whole before they explore fractions as part of a set. This video shows how you can introduce this concept through the use of concrete and pictorial resources.

Introducing Fractions as Part of a Set

This clip talks through three problems, explaining how the same rule applies when finding unit and non-unit  fractions of amount. 

Maths In Minutes

How to Use a Number Line to Represent Fractions

More in this series: Introduction to Fractions: All Years

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