05/10/2026
โ Could maths feel more exciting when children can see, touch and play with the numbers?
๐งฉ Fractions can sometimes feel tricky, especially when children are expected to work with abstract numbers on a page. Using colourful, hands-on resources can make concepts such as equivalent fractions and simplifying fractions much easier to explore.
๐จ In this activity, practical resources, visual cards and manipulatives were used to help make fractions more meaningful and engaging. Children can physically see how parts relate to a whole before moving towards written calculations.
๐ก This kind of approach can be particularly helpful for children who benefit from a more visual, multisensory or hands-on way of learning, including children with dyscalculia, ADHD or low confidence in maths.
๐ At Bedford Tutor, we believe learning should be adapted to the child rather than expecting every child to learn in exactly the same way.
๐ Bedford Tutor offers in-person tuition for children aged 5-12 years, while Kite Tutoring offers online tuition for children aged 5-16 in the UK and worldwide, including countries 2 to 9 hours ahead of the UK.
๐ฌ If your child finds fractions, maths or other areas of learning difficult, a different approach could help them develop understanding and confidence step by step.
โญ๏ธ Have a lovely day and keep shining! โญ๏ธ