What Are Equivalent Fractions?
Equivalent fractions are different fractions that name the same amount!
Imagine you have half a pizza. That's the same as two quarters or four eighths of the same pizza! The slices look different, but the amount of pizza is exactly the same.
How to Find Equivalent Fractions
1️⃣ Multiply the numerator and denominator by the same number
2️⃣ Divide the numerator and denominator by the same number
3️⃣ Look for patterns in multiplication tables
Let's Explore Some Examples!
Example 1: Fraction Bars
Click the buttons to see equivalent fractions:
1/2
2/4
4/8
Example 2: Pizza Fractions
These pizzas show equivalent fractions in action:
1/2
2/4
4/8
Even though the slices look different, each colored portion represents the same amount of pizza!
Parent Tips 🌟
- Use food fractions: Cut apples, pizzas, or sandwiches into different fractions to show equivalence in real life.
- Play matching games: Create cards with equivalent fractions and have your child match them.
- Sing fraction songs: Find or make up songs about equivalent fractions to help remember the patterns.