aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 3
What topic	Fractions
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Welcome to the World of Fractions!

Introduction: The Magic Pie

Hello, Year 3! 🎉 Today, we’re going to dive into the exciting world of fractions. But before we start with numbers and shapes, let’s use something we all love—pie!

The Great Pie Adventure 🍰

Imagine we have a big, delicious pie right in front of us. This pie is not just any pie; it's a magical pie that helps us understand fractions!

1. Visualisation:

   • Picture your favourite pie. Is it apple, cherry, or maybe even chocolate? Yum!
   • Now, let’s pretend we can cut this pie into equal parts.

2. Fraction Fun:

   • If we cut the pie into 4 equal slices, each slice represents a fraction of the whole pie. Can anyone guess how much of the pie one slice is? That’s right—it is 1/4 of the pie!
   • If we have 2 slices, how much pie do we have now? Correct again—it is 2/4 or 1/2 of the pie!

Activity Time: Slice the Pie! 🥧

Now, let’s make it even more fun!

1. Get Creative:

   • On a piece of paper, draw your own pie. Divide it into 4, 6, or even 8 slices.
   • Colour in some slices to show different fractions. For example, if you colour in 3 out of 8 slices, what fraction do you have?

2. Discussion:

   • Once you’ve created your pies, we will come together as a class to share our drawings.
   • Let’s talk about what fractions we created and what they mean!

Conclusion: Why Are Fractions Important?

Fractions are all around us—not just in pies! From splitting a chocolate bar with friends to measuring ingredients for your favourite cake, understanding fractions helps us share equally and make tasty treats.

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Are you ready to slice up some fun and learn more about fractions? Let’s get started!