Benchmark Fractions

The Benchmark Fractions materials introduce basic concepts in part-whole reasoning through accessible benchmark fractions (fractions that are easy to visualize and calculate, such as one-half and one-fourth). Benchmark fractions are a powerful way to develop number sense in beginning math learners and give them a way to reason about other, less familiar fractions. This unit includes application activities in the context of financial literacy and consumer skills.

English & Spanish versions last updated in 2025.