Exploring Fractions: Halves, Fourths, and Eighths

The video explores how different fraction pieces (halves, fourths, and eighths) can be used to fill various shapes like circles, rectangles, and octagons. It demonstrates the number of pieces needed to complete each shape and explains why more or fewer pieces are required depending on the fraction size. The video concludes with a summary and directs viewers to additional resources.

How many halves are needed to make a whole?

• 2

• 1

• 8

• 4

How many fourths fill up a circle completely?

• 6

• 4

• 2

• 8

To fill a circle, how many eighths are required?

• 2

• 16

• 4

• 8

Which fraction pieces will fill a rectangle with the least number?

• All the same

• Fourths

• Halves

• Eighths

Why do fourth pieces take more to fill a rectangle than half pieces?

• They are smaller

• They are the same size

• None of the above

• They are larger

In filling an octagon, which fraction pieces will be used in the greatest number?

• All the same

• Halves

• Fourths

• Eighths

How many whole circles can be made with the given half pieces?

• 1

• 2

• 4

• 3

What is left after making a whole circle with fourth pieces?

• 2 fourth pieces

• 1 half piece

• 1 fourth piece

• Nothing

After making a whole with eighth pieces, how many are left?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

Which statement is true about filling shapes with fractions?

• Shapes cannot be filled with fractions

• All fractions fill shapes at the same rate

• Smaller fractions fill shapes faster

• Larger fractions fill shapes with fewer pieces