Visual aids can really help us understand different types of fractions! Here’s how they worked for me:

1. Proper Fractions

When I see a pie chart divided into pieces, it becomes clear what a proper fraction is. For example, with $\frac{3}{4}$, I can see that it only takes up part of the whole. It’s easy to see that 3 out of 4 pieces are shaded, which helps me understand the idea better.

2. Improper Fractions

Improper fractions are easier to understand when I use a number line or a bar model. Take $\frac{5}{3}$, for example. I can picture it as more than one whole part. Looking at a number line shows me that it’s more than 1, which makes it simpler than just guessing numbers.

3. Mixed Numbers

Mixed numbers like $2\frac{1}{2}$ become clearer with drawings. I can see two whole objects plus an extra half. This makes it much easier to connect everything together.

Overall, using these visual aids makes fractions less confusing and much more relatable. They really help me understand the concepts with more confidence!