Curated OER
Comparing Fractions
Fifth graders differentiate between large and small fractions using drawings to represent the value. The lesson includes written dialogue for teachers tell students. The author recommends the use of fraction tiles for manipulatives.
Curated OER
Ohio Census 1990 and 2000
Students explore the Ohio census numbers in 1990 and 2000. In this social studies lesson, students use the census data to answer questions.
Curated OER
Rusted Roots
Students create a flowchart on the root cause method. In this inquiry lesson, students compare RCA and the DMAIC model with the scientific method of problem solving. They investigate a problem in school and present their findings in class.
Curated OER
It's Great to Be More
Students compare whole and fractional numbers using <, >, or =, with manipulatives and drawings.
Curated OER
Numbers Up
Students use Legos to build representations of a variety of numbers. They then sort and order their representations and pair them with the written number.
Helping with Math
Decimals: Thousandths
Nine fractions and mixed numbers are provided for your class to write as decimals. All have denominators of 1000. Then, nine decimal numbers, all thousandths, are provided for learners to write as fractions or mixed numbers. If you use...
Curated OER
What Is Kwanzaa?
Students use vocabulary related to Kwanzaa. They identify main ideas and details related to the celebration of Kwanzaa and summarize information about Kwanzaa. They make picture books appropriate for first and second graders.
Curated OER
A Thanksgiving Survey
Students take a survey then use the information gained from the survey to help plan a typical Thanksgiving dinner for our last day of class. They create a graph which corresponds the the data gathered during interviews.
Curated OER
Science Inquiry Lesson: Mapping Project
Students explore the methods of creating maps. They create a map of Animas River Park using a compass and measuring tape, develop a single map from the team map sections, and devise another map of the Animas River Park using a GPS unit.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Compare Decimal Numbers 0 to 1
Score points as you compare the value of two given decimals by choosing the correct symbol: less than, greater than, or equal.
Other
Mathedpage.org: Algebra Manipulatives: Comparison and History
This resource discusses the use of manipulatives in the study of Algebra. The author sees benefits in symbol manipulation to enrich understanding, in geometric interpretation strengthening the connection to other parts of mathematics,...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Comparing Numbers
This task is a fun partner game in which students practice making two-digit numbers, decide which is greater, and write the appropriate comparison symbolically.
Doina Popovici
Math Play: Compare Decimals Math Racing Game
Race your way to the finish line with this math game where you compare decimal numbers to race ahead!
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Comparing, Ordering Decimals
This website gives a simple, easy strategy for how to compare decimals when they have a different number of decimal places. It provides examples in ascending and descending order and an ordering game for practice.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Identifying Decimals on a Number Line to Thousandths
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students are asked to state the decimals to the thousandths place for given locations on a number line. Includes video demonstrating a...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Drawing Pictures to Illustrate Decimal Comparisons
The purpose of this task is for students to compare decimal numbers using pictures or diagrams. Aligns with 5.NBT.A.3.b.
Wyzant
Wyzant: Fraction Mixed Number Calculator
Are you struggling with comparing fractions? Then try the fraction inequality calculator. Simply key in your two fractions, press the calculate button, and in seconds youll have an answer. The perfect tool for algebra students who need...
Lesson Tutor
Lesson Tutor: Comparing Decimals
This site is an online lesson plan and practice problems for students learning how to compare two decimal values are provided here. A detailed explanation of both the methods and the practice questions are provided for easy understanding.