Basics of Fraction workbook 2 explores the concept of unit fraction building on from book 1, covering unit fractions up to the ninth using multiple representations— in 2D shapes, discreet quantities and continuous measurements.

Learning Objective

1. Write and recall two, three and four, times tables and the corresponding division facts. Enabling the pupil to develop an understanding that to work out:

• 1/2 of a quantity, they should divide by 2.
• 1/3 of a quantity, they should divide by 3.
• 1/4 of a quantity, they should divide by 4.
• 1/5 of a quantity, they should divide by 5.
• 1/6 of a quantity, they should divide by 6.
• 1/7 of a quantity, they should divide by 7.
• 1/8 of a quantity, they should divide by 8.
• 1/9 of a quantity, they should divide by 9.

2. Work out the fraction of:

• a given amount
• money
• time
• length
• mass
• volume

Learning Outcome
The pupil will be able to:

Recognise a fraction as part of one whole.
Learn keywords and write unit fractions from half to tenth.
Understand and use unit fractions in a variety of contexts, such as time, lengths, weights, capacity and other numerical quantities.

Recommended Level
This workbook helps pupils to build the knowledge and skills expected to match the National Curriculum guidance for years 3 and 4. Although, pupils in years 5 and 6 can also benefit from this workbook by using it as a refresher.

The mathematical tasks in Basics of Fractions book 2 are suitable for lower key stage 2

It is best to use these workbooks from beginning to end.