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Subtracting Fractions - Unequal Denominators

For Teachers 4th - 6th Standards
Subtracting fractions that have unequal denominators is a tricky process. The lesson utilizes fraction bars as a manipulative, in order to understand subtracting fractions and estimating differences. After completing three activities in...
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Fractions

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders use pattern blocks and fraction identification cards to create and identify fractions. In this fractions lesson plan, 4th graders identify fractions in a pizza, and make fractions with markers.
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Fractions Jeopardy

For Teachers 4th - 5th
This fractions review PowerPoint enables students to effectively review the concepts of adding, subtracting and simplifying fractions. The PowerPoint is geared towards fifth grade and has 51 interactive questions.
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Fractions Everyday

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars investigate fractions through interactive videos and hands-on activities and class made models.
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Adding and Subtracting Fractions

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders practice adding and subtracting fractions. In this addition lesson, 3rd graders use paper fraction kits made from colored construction paper and complete several fraction problems on the chalkboard.
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I'll Halve S'more Please!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
There is a lot to learn about fractions, and this is a fun way to do it! Individuals participate in a Cyberchase activity to describe a fraction in terms of sharing parts of a whole. They determine the meaning of the parts of a fraction,...
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Fraction Fruit

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
Discover the concept of fractions by using fruit as a model. Scholars discover fractions are part of a whole, similar to the pieces of fruit which are placed in front of them. They then cut up several different types of fruit and discuss...
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Comparing Apples With Apples 1

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Elementary schoolers observe and demonstrate how to add and subtract fractions with like denominators. They observe the teacher model a variety of fraction addition and subtraction problems and use fraction strips to complete a worksheet.
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Fantastic Fraction Fudge

For Teachers 4th - 6th
In order to create some tasty fudge, learners must adapt a recipe. Using a recipe for fudge, ingredients must be correctly converted using fractions. If one fraction is incorrect, the fudge will reveal it! Although you will only make one...
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Problem Solvers

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Fifth and sixth graders compare decimals to the place-value structure in the base-ten number system. They represent fractions as parts of unit wholes, as parts of a set, as locations on a number line, and as divisions of whole numbers....
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Adding and Subtracting Fractions

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this fractions worksheet, students complete a total of 10 problems, adding and subtracting mixed numbers and fractions. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Addition And Subtraction Of Fractions

For Teachers 8th
In this addition and subtraction of fractions worksheet, 8th graders complete eighteen missing fractions to make each one an equivalent fraction. Students, in addition, complete twenty one problems involving LCM of denominators.
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Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
There's a fine line between a numerator and a denominator! Learners find common denominators in order to add and subtract rational expressions. Examples include addition, subtraction, and complex fractions.
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Math, Fractions, and Music

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students discover the relationship between musical rhythms and fractions. They add musical notes together to produce fractions and create addition and subtraction problems with musical notes. Students complete worksheets and create their...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Margie Buys Apples

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
One of the most common, everyday applications of math is dealing with money. This single problem calculating how much change Margie receives is more involved than it appears at first glance. An understanding of how fractions and decimals...
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Piecing it Together: Adding & Subtracting Fractions

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators. They "fish" for and solve a number of fraction problems requiring adding, subtracting, finding equivalent fractions, and using mixed numbers.
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"Visual Fractions" Game

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students compete for the best score in a variety of online activities related to fractions. Using the Web-based tool "Visual Fractions," they reinforce various fraction-related skills.
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Initial Fraction Ideas Lesson 21: Overview

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students become familiar with the process of subtracting fractions.  In this subtracting fractions activity, students complete examples and then write a story problem. Students continue to practice while sharing their problems.
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Fractions And Integers Review

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Investigate the concepts of fractions and integers in order to review for a future assessment. The teacher reviews the major concepts with the class and provides help throughout the lesson as needed. Math students work together in small...
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Subtract Positive and Negative Integers

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Review the concept of subtracting positive and negative integers. Learners review the rules for subtracting integers, use manipulatives to visualize the process, and complete an assessment.
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Study Buddies: Adding And Subtracting Fractions With Unlike Denominators

For Teachers Pre-K - 6th Standards
Pair up your math pals to teach each other about adding and subtracting uncommon denominator fractions! Step-by-step instructions are provided as well as five practice problems. 
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Adding and Subtracting Decimals

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders develop the concept of adding and subtracting decimals. In this decimal lesson plan, they participate in a teacher directed demonstration of how to add and subtract decimals. They work in teams as each person performs one...
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Adding and Subtracting Fractions

For Teachers 8th - Higher Ed
In this adding and subtracting fractions worksheet, young scholars solve 5 sets of problems related to the adding and subtracting of fractions. First, they identify that each fraction has a common denominator and then simplify by adding...
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Fractions Made Visible

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students practice using fractions "on the job." They explain the importance of fractions.

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