standard_description: Understand a fraction 1/b as the quantity formed by 1 part when a whole is partitioned into b equal parts; understand a fraction a/b as the quantity formed by a parts of size 1/b.
Grade 3 expectations in this domain are limited to fractions with denominators 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8.
problem_activity: Stage 3: Find Shapes
Required Preparation
Materials to Gather
Picture books
Materials to Copy
Blackline Masters
Picture Books Stage 3 Recording Sheet

Narrative
Students look through picture books and notice and describe shapes they see in the pictures.
Variation:
Students may record the shapes they see with drawings or words.
Additional Information
Each group of 2–4 needs at least one picture book that shows a variety of shapes throughout the book.


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