Use strip models to solve division word problems: Example question
1 November 2026
Strip models are a simple way to help children visualise how to share things equally in division word problems. By drawing a strip and splitting it into equal parts, your child can clearly see how the total is divided up.
Worked example
There are 24 sweets to share equally between 4 children. How many sweets does each child get?
Draw a strip to show all 24 sweets.
Split the strip into 4 equal parts, one for each child.
Divide 24 by 4 to find the number in each part.
24 ÷ 4 = 6
Each child gets 6 sweets.
Key insight: After working through this example, your child will recognise how strip models make division problems easier to understand. They can now try a similar question to practise this useful method.
