Two matching exercises plus a written explanation on converting fractions, decimals and percentages, for Year 6 maths. Pupils match fractions like 1/2 and 1/4 to percentages, match eighths to decimals such as 0.125 and 0.375, then explain how division turns 5/8 into a decimal. Answer key with a worked explanation included. Matched to two England National Curriculum objectives.
Number — fractions (including decimals and percentages)
“Associate a fraction with division and calculate decimal fraction equivalents [for example, 0.375] for a simple fraction”
The decimal matching and the written task both rest on fraction-as-division.
Number — fractions (including decimals and percentages)
“Recall and use equivalences between simple fractions, decimals and percentages, including in different contexts”
The matching sections build quick recall of the common equivalences.
Pupils pair fractions like 1/2 and 1/4 with their percentages.
Eighths matched to decimals, including 3/8 and 0.375.
Pupils explain the division method for finding the decimal equivalent of 5/8.
Lesson starter
The matching pairs make a fast recall warm-up.
Plenary
Think Deeper checks pupils can explain the method, not just match answers.
Early finishers
Quick workers can attempt the eighths without support.
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