Curated OER
Model Equivalent Fractions: Number Lines or Fraction Strips
In this model equivalent fractions worksheet, learners sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
Curated OER
Recognizing Equivalent Fractions
Project this visual fraction problem for the entire class, covering up the explanation below. Learners examine two rectangles segmented into equal parts, each with part shaded. They convert each into fractions and reduce to lowest terms...
Scholastic
Study Jams! Compare Fractions & Mixed Numbers
Follow along with RJ from the Study Jams! crew as he walks step-by-step through the process for comparing fractions with unlike denominators. Starting with finding the least common denominator, the presentation goes on to demonstrate how...
CK-12 Foundation
Equivalent Fractions
An interactive made up of five questions tests scholars' knowledge of equivalent fractions. Two fraction circles with moveable parts assist mathematicians in finding solutions. Questions are multiple-choice with one discussion.
Rational Number Project
Rational Number Project: Initial Fraction Ideas
Deepen the fractional number sense of young learners with this introductory lesson plan on equivalent fractions. After completing a short warm-up activity, children go on to work in pairs using fraction circles to complete a table of...
PBS
Working With Equivalent Fractions, Decimals and Percentages: Activities and Supplemental Materials
Reinforce math concepts using six worksheets that coincide with Virtual Math Girl's video instruction. The practice pages' objectives include writing equivalent fractions, decimal equivalents, and converting percents to decimals and...
Curated OER
Fractions in Action
Investigate equivalent fractions with your class. They compare and order fractions. Then they work cooperatively in groups to experiment and problem solve with fractions using a game format. Multiple resources are provided.
Curated OER
Clock Fractions
Elementary schoolers generate and manipulate fractions. They review equivalent fractions and use an analog clock to create and add fractions. Pupils work in groups to complete two fraction worksheets.
Curated OER
Fractions . . . Are They Intricate or Elementary?
Elementary schoolers add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers and identify equivalent fractions of the same number. They use marshmallows to help them add fractions.
Rational Number Project
Initial Fraction Ideas Lesson 9 Overview
Visual models support young mathematicians with exploring equivalent fractions. Starting with a quick warm-up problem, children go on to work through a series of guiding practice problems before working with a partner identifying and...
Rational Number Project
Initial Fraction Ideas: Lesson 3
Visual models support young mathematicians as they deepen their fractional number sense in this elementary math lesson. Using fraction circle manipulatives, children explore basic unit fractions as they develop the fundamental...
Corbett Maths
Simplifying Fractions
Put fractions in simpler terms. Learners watch a video showing how to simplifying fractions. They then work through two worksheets to practice the skill.
Virginia Department of Education
Modeling Division of Fractions
Provide a meaningful context for learning about the division of fractions with this upper-elementary math lesson. Presented with a simple, real-world problem, young mathematicians work in small groups to develop visual models that help...
Corbett Maths
Fractions Shapes
Let the class color. The video shows two different types of fraction of shapes problems. Pupils learn to shade a given fraction of a shape along with determining the fraction of a shape that is shaded. Learners practice the skill with...
Curated OER
Representing Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
In this fractions, decimals, and percents lessons, students explore various methods of representing fractions. They demonstrate situations that represent rational numbers. Students create a foldable exploring fractions, decimals and...
Curated OER
Technology: fractions
Sixth graders review equivalent fractions by using folded paper and shading in different amounts. In this fractions lesson plan, 6th graders review fractions with the paper, and then go onto internet sites to practice concepts on...
Curated OER
Fractions: A Conceptual Approach
If you are teaching fractions to elementary learners this year, this Singapore Math presentation is essential to your curriculum. It addresses several basic fractions concepts in conceptual terms and figures, making each idea accessible...
Math Antics
Fractions Are Parts
Cut it up into parts and make fractions. The short video provides a definition of fractions as being a representation of parts of a whole. Using drawings, the presentation shows how to determine the bottom and top numbers for a fraction...
Curated OER
Division Patterns
Students investigate the concept of division and how numbers fit into specific patterns while practicing the skills finding equivalent fractions. They practice solving different division sentences while answering questions asked during...
Curated OER
Fractions II
Learners reduce fractions to their simplest form. They divide and multiply when needed in order to convert each fraction. This is a quick and easy way to review this skill.
Curated OER
Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers
Elementary schoolers participate with their teacher's instruction to learn to add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers. They use fraction strips to complete addition and subtraction problems. A step-by-step script is provided to help...
EngageNY
Interpreting and Computing Division of a Fraction by a Fraction—More Models II
No more inverting and multiplying to divide fractions. Applying concepts of measurement division from the previous lesson, pupils consider partitive division using fraction bars and number lines. They first convert fractions to like...
Noyce Foundation
Fractured Numbers
Don't use use a fraction of the resource — use it all! Scholars attempt a set of five problem-of-the-month challenges on fractions. Levels A and B focus on creating fractions and equivalent fractions, while Levels C, D, and E touch on...
Education Development Center
Anita's Way to Add Fractions with Unlike Denominators
Could you develop your own way to add fractions with unlike denominators? An in-depth task has scholars examine a fictional conversation between several people in which they discuss a method of adding fractions with unlike denominators....