Large Fraction Skittles with Stand

• 4 large skittles representing a whole and divisors of 1/2, 1/3 and 1/4
• A wooden stand to store skittles
• Suitable for age 3+ years

Tips & ideas

This activity is a visual representation of the whole divided into parts.  Here children can observe the representation of whole, half, thirds and quarters, language they can incorporate into their daily discussions.

While this may seem advanced mathematics, it is language used daily with children when introducing social expectations such as sharing, or when measuring during cooking experiences. The provision of a visual representation that children can manipulate and explore helps cement the learning.