Partioning Shapes in First Grade

Front

What does it mean to partition a shape?

Back

To divide a shape into parts.

Front

What are equal parts?

Back

Parts that are the same size.

Front

If a shape is divided into halves, how many parts does it have?

Back

2 parts.

Front

If a shape is divided into fourths, how many parts does it have?

Back

4 parts.

Front

Which shape is divided into fourths?

Back

A shape that has 4 equal parts.

Front

What is an example of a shape that can be divided into equal parts?

Back

A square can be divided into 4 equal squares.

Front

What is the term for dividing a shape into 3 equal parts?

Back

Thirds.

Front

If a shape has 4 equal parts, what fraction represents each part?

Back

Each part is 1/4 of the whole.

Front

Can a circle be divided into equal parts?

Back

Yes, a circle can be divided into equal parts like slices of a pizza.

Front

What is the difference between halves and fourths?

Back

Halves are 2 equal parts, while fourths are 4 equal parts.