See the number. Follow the steps.

Untimed, supported exploration—not an independent check. This page does not save or change scores. Use real counters alongside the pictures if useful.

Build an addition

Choose two quantities from 0 to 10. Predict the total, then reveal each move. The counters show the starting quantity and then the total.

Start with Add

Parts of the same whole

Each box is an equal part. Filled boxes show the numerator (how many parts); all boxes show the denominator (how many equal parts make one whole).

Equal parts in the whole Filled parts

Try showing one half with 2, 4, then 8 parts. Notice that the same length can have different fraction names.

These are original learning models informed by IES guidance on explicit instruction, representations and number lines. They have not been tested as a treatment for dyscalculia.