Fraction Pairs

Support your learners with this engaging and hands-on Fraction Pairs game, designed to build confidence and fluency in recognising, finding and writing fractions of a set of objects. By matching fraction symbols to their pictorial representations, children develop a concrete understanding of both unit and non-unit fractions with small denominators – all through the fun of a classic memory game!

🎯 Linked Learning Objective (Year 3):
Recognise, find and write fractions of a discrete set of objects: unit fractions and non-unit fractions with small denominators.

📦 What’s Included:

  • Fraction symbol cards (e.g. ½, ⅓, ¾)

  • Matching pictorial fraction cards (e.g. shaded parts of sets)

  • Simple “How to Play” instructions

  • Extension ideas and challenges

🎓 Educational Benefits:

  • Reinforces the link between symbolic and visual fractions

  • Supports vocabulary such as numerator, denominator, unit and non-unit fractions

  • Develops reasoning, memory and turn-taking skills

  • Perfect for maths lessons, small group work, or intervention

Make fraction learning playful and meaningful with Fraction Pairs – a brilliant way to help children visualise and master this essential maths skill!