{"product_id":"shape-it-and-split-it","title":"Shape It \u0026 Split It","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHelp your Year 1 child understand halves and quarters by physically splitting shapes into equal parts.\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eShape It \u0026amp; Split It uses playdough or paper shapes to make fractions tangible. Your child creates a whole shape, divides it into two equal parts and then four equal parts, checking carefully that the pieces really are equal in size. Trying different shapes helps them see that a half or quarter can look different while still representing the same fraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimple to set up and easy to adapt, you'll receive a parent-friendly guide with clear instructions, practical learning tips and ideas to extend the play as your child's confidence grows. Begin with circles and squares, then investigate different ways to split shapes or create incorrect examples for your child to diagnose and fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkills Explored\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding that a half or quarter is one of two or four equal parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognising that parts must be equal in size, not just number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaydough or modelling dough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling pin, shape cutters and a play knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePaper, pen and scissors instead of playdough\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDigital Download\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an \u003cstrong\u003einstant digital download\u003c\/strong\u003e. No physical product will be posted. Once your purchase is complete, you'll receive immediate access to your file, ready to enjoy at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eThese resources are for \u003cstrong\u003epersonal use only\u003c\/strong\u003e and are designed to support learning within your own family or household. They may not be copied, shared, altered or resold.\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003ch6\u003eThank you for supporting my small business that's passionate about helping families enjoy maths together.\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Everyday Maths Play","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58487615717640,"sku":null,"price":1.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/everydaymathsplay.co.uk\/products\/shape-it-and-split-it","provider":"Everyday Maths Play","version":"1.0","type":"link"}