Division: Sharing Dog Bones Equally Task Cards is a playful, hands-on resource that supports students as they explore early division concepts. This engaging activity encourages learners to develop a strong understanding of equal sharing by solving simple division problems with a fun dog-themed twist.

Students will read each division scenario and use cut-out dog bones to model the problem. They will then share the bones equally between dog houses to find the solution. This visual and tactile approach helps young learners grasp the concept of division as equal sharing in a meaningful and concrete way.

Perfect for small group rotations, intervention sessions, or independent maths work, this resource also includes differentiated recording options to meet the needs of your students. Whether writing worded responses or number sentences, students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of division in multiple ways.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Understand division as equal sharing
• ✅ Solve simple division problems using concrete materials
• ✅ Represent division problems with number sentences
• ✅ Build mathematical language and reasoning skills
• ✅ Develop fine motor skills through handling small manipulatives

What’s Included:

• 36 themed division task cards
• Printable dog bone pieces for modelling
• 2 differentiated recording sheet options:
  • Write the worded problem and solution
  • Write a number sentence and solution
• Clear teacher instructions for preparation and implementation

Materials Needed:

• Printed task cards and dog bone pieces (on cardstock for durability)
• Scissors for cutting out bones
• Pencils or markers for recording sheets
• Write and wipe sleeves (optional) for reusability

How to Use:

1. Print and cut the task cards and dog bone pieces.
2. Present students with a task card and matching number of bones.
3. Students share the bones equally among dog houses to model the problem.
4. They then record their solution using one of the two recording sheets.
5. Review answers together to discuss strategies and mathematical thinking.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Use in small group rotations focused on division concepts
• 💡 Set up a hands-on maths centre with task cards, bone pieces, and recording sheets
• 💡 Pair with dog-themed books or games for a fun, thematic lesson
• 💡 Include in intervention programs for students needing extra division support

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Laminate task cards and dog bones for durability and reuse
• 💛 Store each set in individual zip-lock bags for easy setup
• 💛 Use small counters or buttons as alternative manipulatives if preferred
• 💛 Encourage students to verbalise their thinking as they share the bones

Division: Sharing Dog Bones Equally Task Cards is a flexible, hands-on tool that makes learning to divide fun and accessible - the perfect addition to your early years or Year 1 maths toolkit!