2nd Grade Fractions Activity
Do your 2nd graders struggle with learning fractions?
Fractions can be super difficult for kids to understand. The concept of dividing up a whole number into smaller parts is hard for some students to visualize. Even more complicated is simplifying fractions, adding and subtracting them, and learning about other operations.
As will all math concepts, different fractions lessons build upon the basic lessons learned in these introductory years. That’s why it is super crucial to get them down now and set them up for success in 3rd grade and beyond!
If your students typically struggle with fractions, it’s important to use an activity that makes fractions fun while helping them visualize how fractions work. This way, they can stay engaged throughout the lesson while taking in the information in an effective way! I always prefer a hands-on activity to regular worksheets. Not only are they misplaced easily, but they aren’t as good at helping younger students remember what they learned.
I love using this 2nd Grade Fractions Activity for these exact reasons! The foldable format is as hands-on as it gets. Students get to practice those fine motor skills as they cut, paste, assemble, and flip through their foldables. Plus, the foldable makes a great reference for them to look back to when needed. The visual examples of the fractions are also incredibly helpful for building a solid understanding of halves, thirds, fourths, and whole numbers.
What’s included in this 2nd Grade Fractions Foldable?
This foldable covers all the 2nd grade standards that involve fractions, so you can feel confident knowing your students will meet the requirements! Topics covered include…
● Numerator and denominator
● One whole
● One half and halves
● One third and thirds
● One fourth and fourths
● Practice pages are also included for extra work space!
Depending on your lesson plan, there are two versions included: one with simple fractions and one with equivalent fractions. Each version also has two sets: one with the answers already written in and one where the spaces are left blank. This is perfect for differentiating the activity for any students who are especially struggling with fractions or just beginning to learn about them.
You also receive a step by step video tutorial on how to assemble the foldables. This is a great way to prepare for class and answer any questions your students might have!
How does the 2nd Grade Fractions Activity work?
Foldables aren’t just fun for 2nd graders — they are also super easy to assemble, so you don’t have to help students through every step of the process. Students begin with a large sheet of black construction paper. Then, they paste the printed squares that you receive upon download onto the different panels of the construction paper. Finally, they complete the activity! Depending on whether you use the version where the blanks are filled in or not, students can either read about the fractions or write in their answers to the various prompts.
The video tutorial that’s included with this activity is super helpful for explaining this. Your students will become foldable masters in no time! And as always, if you suspect that your students may struggle to assemble their foldables, feel free to cut portions of the construction paper or the panels for them ahead of time.
How can you use this Grade 2 Fractions Activity in the classroom?
If you’re just kicking off your 2nd grade fractions unit, this foldable activity is a fantastic way to introduce them to all the concepts in a fun way. Students can keep the foldable in their folders and refer back to it throughout the fractions unit to help refresh their memories. They could even fill it out as your class moves through the unit and learns all about fractions.
Alternatively, you could use it at the end of your 2nd grade fractions unit as a review. Since it touches on a lot of those key fraction concepts, it would be an amazing way to help students lock in all of the basics before moving on to another unit.
Looking for more fun foldable math reviews and practice?
This 2nd grade fractions activity is included in our larger bundle of 2nd Grade Math Review Activities! The bundle also contains…
● 2nd Grade Graphing and Data
● Telling Time 2nd Grade Activity
● 2nd Grade Measurement Activity
● 2nd Grade Money and Coins Activity
● 2nd Grade 2D and 3D Shapes Activity
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Students often struggle with fractions, but they definitely don’t have to! This 2nd Grade Fractions Activity is amazing for students who have a hard time learning about and understanding fractions! 2nd graders can master their whole numbers, halves, thirds, and fourths in an engaging way. The foldable is perfect for review or reference throughout your fractions unit.
Do you find it difficult to teach fractions in the classroom? What are your favorite ways to help students understand how fractions work? I’d love to hear your experiences!