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Class 4

22/6/2022

 
Class 4T was introduced to fractions in their second main lesson of Term 2. We looked at fractions in a holistic way, as parts within a whole. From an anthroposophical perspective, fractions is taught to Class 4 as the children go through the 'nine year change'. During this time, the children begin to conceive of themselves as separate from the world — an emerging individual, traversing a new emotional landscape. This can be a difficult time for the child, as she navigates new feelings of separation and aloneness. The study of fractions supports the children's understanding that while they are an individual they remain a part of a greater whole. 
 
In Fractions World, we learnt about the parts of the fraction — the numerator the denominator and the vinculum. We folded paper circles to create different fractions of the whole circle. The fractions tree was an artistic way to experience the number patterns within fractions. We also cut fruit into fractions and dehydrated it for a tasty snack. Finally we ended our main lesson work by making pizza and cutting it into fractions to eat!

Tiffany Jones
Class 4 Teacher

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