Concept of Fractions (Halves and Quarters)
Half or ½
One of the two equal parts into which anything is divided is called half.
Each part of the apple is half (1/2)
And
Two equal parts together constitute a whole (1 unit)
Quarter or ¼
Each of the four equal parts into which anything is divided is called quarter.
Three out of four equal parts into which anything is divided is called three quarter.
Fraction of a Rectangle
In the below rectangle half part (1/2) is shaded and half part (1/2) is not shaded.
In the below rectangle 3 quarters (3/4) are shaded and 1 quarter (1/4) is not shaded.