Geometry and Fraction Concepts
Children already have substantial experience with plane, or two-dimensional, figures including naming and sorting them by number of sides or angles. This is extended to include three-dimensional figures, as well as other attributes.
* Children develop fluency in vocabulary when they describe attributes of shapes.
* Children can use various attributes to classify shapes. This helps them develop concepts for different types of shapes.
* Children can also investigate shapes by combining or partitioning them to make new shapes.
* Drawing shapes is a way to support children in developing an understanding of shapes and their attributes. Using dot paper or grid paper helps children learn how to draw shapes.
In concepts of dividing a whole into equal parts is key to understanding and naming fractions.
* Children encounter many situations where they can develop this understanding. Papers are divided in halves, pizzas are divided into equal parts, or cakes are cut fairly.
* Both geometry and fraction concepts can be strengthened by connecting real objects to fair shares.
* These experiences build the foundation for equivalent fractions and the common denominator algorithm that will be learned in later grades.
* Children develop fluency in vocabulary when they describe attributes of shapes.
* Children can use various attributes to classify shapes. This helps them develop concepts for different types of shapes.
* Children can also investigate shapes by combining or partitioning them to make new shapes.
* Drawing shapes is a way to support children in developing an understanding of shapes and their attributes. Using dot paper or grid paper helps children learn how to draw shapes.
In concepts of dividing a whole into equal parts is key to understanding and naming fractions.
* Children encounter many situations where they can develop this understanding. Papers are divided in halves, pizzas are divided into equal parts, or cakes are cut fairly.
* Both geometry and fraction concepts can be strengthened by connecting real objects to fair shares.
* These experiences build the foundation for equivalent fractions and the common denominator algorithm that will be learned in later grades.
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