There are a variety of ways I have seen that use the same basic idea

A visual image is given divided into sections

This can also be multiple images

A question is asked about the sections, whole, or relationship

Easily accessible because of the visual nature

Doubles as art and draws people in.

Works for all levels of math

• Visualizing Sequences and Series

• Area relationships

• Geometric reasoning

• Proportional reasoning

Nat Banting has a ton of resources, images, and explanations on Fraction Talks

Math for Love Fraction Talk Images

Simon Gregg Images for Number Search Style

Bill the Lizard Images for Sequences and Series

See below for more images I have used.

1. Choose a good section of sidewalk (smooth, no shadows.) How to tips

2. Draw the area out on an index card or other paper, I sometimes even include key measurements. Think about the scaling.

3. Take a meter or yard stick with you. I use easily divisible numbers in my lengths to help. You can use paper if you don't have a meter stick.

• Yard stick I use 36in and 24in often ( I usually use 3-4 inches = 1 unit on my index card)

• Meter stick 72cm and 48cm lengths

4. Use a piece of paper (or index card for perpendicular angles)

5. If you are using circles try a string as a makeshift compass How to tips

6. Hexagon templates work best for shape ones. I fold them for the trapezoids. Hole in center for triangles and rhombus.

7. To designate particular areas, use patterns instead of colors. This takes less chalk and stays after the colors fade.

8. Take a picture (overhead is best- watch for shadows). Crop the picture and post it on our Facebook Group, Instagram, or Twitter with the hashtag #mathwalk I would love it if you would tag @traciteacher so I can re-share your great work!