Lakeshore Learning Write & Wipe Number Lines - Fractions

Our Write & Wipe Number Lines - Fractions set is the perfect hands-on tool for students to explore fractions and other key math concepts. This set includes 30 durable number lines, with 10 each of three different fraction styles. The front of each number line displays fractions, while the reverse side features an open number line for flexible use. This versatile set allows students to visualise and solve fraction problems directly at their desks. The write & wipe design ensures repeated use, promoting sustainability in the classroom. (Write & wipe markers sold separately.)

Educational Benefits:

• Supports the development of fraction understanding, helping students visualise the relationship between fractions and whole numbers.
• Encourages flexible thinking and problem-solving with the open number line on the reverse side.
• Ideal for practising number operations such as estimation, comparison, and simplifying fractions.
• Reusable design makes these number lines a cost-effective, sustainable tool for repeated practice.

Classroom Ideas:

• Fraction Comparison: Use the number lines to compare and order fractions. Students can place fractions on the lines to visually see which are larger or smaller.
• Simplifying Fractions: Have students use the number lines to simplify fractions by locating equivalent fractions and showing how they overlap.
• Fraction Addition & Subtraction: Model fraction addition and subtraction, both with like and unlike denominators, to help students visualise the process.
• Fraction Word Problems: Present fraction word problems and have students solve them using the number lines. They can show the solution process and final answer.
• Peer Teaching: Encourage students to explain fraction concepts to peers using the number lines, reinforcing their understanding and helping others.

Information:

• Ages: 8+ years
• Contents: 30 durable number lines (10 each of 3 different fraction styles)
• Size: Standard number line format