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The Wooden Fraction Triangles are a hands-on, mathematics learning material used to
introduce children to triangular fractions in a concrete and visual way. They are a key
component of the Montessori math curriculum, particularly for elementary-aged children.
There is one sloping stand which holds four green wooden frames, each of which have a
triangular opening. Each frame holds a red wooden triangle which is divided into
individual pieces representing fractional parts. This allows children to physically
manipulate and combine the pieces. The first inset is a complete triangle and the rest of
the triangles are divided as follow:
- Halves: A triangle divided into two equal parts
Thirds: A triangle divided into three equal partsFourths: A triangle divided into four equal parts
Fraction triangles help further develop the concepts of equivalency, similarity, and
congruency. When using this material in the classroom children will be able to:
- Develop fraction vocabulary
- Understand part to whole relationships
- Discover fraction equivalencies
- Realize congruencies amongst the triangles
- Continue to learn through self correction
Made of Russian birch wood and hand painted.
The following materials may be used alongside the wooden fraction triangles:- Triangle Fractions Task Cards
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