Lesson Plan
Slice of Pie Lesson Plan
Students will understand fractions as parts of a whole by identifying and naming simple fractions using real-world examples like pizza and pie.
Introducing fractions with tangible, familiar objects helps 3rd graders build a solid foundation for future math concepts and problem solving.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Activate Prior Knowledge
5 minutes
Step 2
Pizza Fraction Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Pie Model Demonstration
7 minutes
Step 4
Guided Practice & Reflection
8 minutes
Slide Deck
Slice It Up: Introduction to Fractions
Activate Prior Knowledge
Pizza Fraction Activity
Pie Model Demonstration
Guided Practice & Reflection
Why Fractions Matter
Lesson Plan
Slice It Up Lesson Plan
Students will identify and represent simple fractions (1/2, 1/3, 1/4) as equal parts of a whole using hands-on models and visual diagrams.
Understanding fractions builds foundational number sense and helps students make sense of everyday situations—like sharing pizza or dividing objects—by naming and representing equal parts of a whole.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Activate Prior Knowledge
5 minutes
Step 2
Pizza Fraction Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Pie Model Demonstration
7 minutes
Step 4
Guided Practice & Reflection
8 minutes
Worksheet
Cool Down
