Distribute various types of fraction squares to small groups of students. Common fraction squares include halves, thirds, fourths, sixths, eighths, tenths and twelfths.
Show your students how various fractions are equal. For example, you could place one part of a one-half fraction square on the board (or draw it). Then have a student select parts of another fraction square set to illustrate the equivalent. Possibilities include 2/4, 3/6, 4/8, 5/10 and 6/12.
Give your students other fractions to which they must match equivalent fraction squares. Discuss your results once everyone has finished the practice work.
Offer a creative assignment by telling your students that they must create a picture using specific portions of fraction squares. For instance, you might say that they must use 1/4, 3/8 and 5/10 to create a design or picture. This helps with further fraction identification.