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Learning Fun with Hershey Bars
Compiled of 18 task cards and five worksheets, young mathemmaticians practice solving fraction word problems and other fraction-based activities with a Hershey Bar. The packet comes with sheets to record and keep track of all of the task...
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Call it "Macaroni"
Who knew there were so many fun educational opportunities featuring pasta? Scholars read a brief informational text about the history of pasta (note that "macaroni" is spelled two different ways, so address this if kids are reading...
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Counting with Base - Ten Models
Help your kids develop strategies for counting. In this base-ten lesson, learners use matching cards, base 10 blocks, and dry erase markers and boards to examine the base 10 counting system.
Illustrative Mathematics
Cooking with the Whole Cup
Whoops! Travis accidentally put too much butter into the recipe. Your bakers must find out how to alter the recipe to accommodate different changes by using unit rates and ratios . The activity has multiple parts and calculations with...
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Comparing Fractions (J)
In this fraction comparisons worksheet, 5th graders use an inequality sign or an equal sign to compare the fractions. Students solve 10 fraction comparisons.
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Comparing Mixed Numbers (E)
In this comparing numbers instructional activity, 5th graders use an inequality sign or an equal sign to compare the fractions and mixed numbers. Students solve 10 fraction comparisons.
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Fractions: Jewish Population of Europe during WWII
Students evaluate population maps and convert fractions to percentages. In this WWII lesson, students use statistics on the Holocaust to determine population loss and change. Students create their own math questions and answers using the...
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Equivalent Fractions as a Means to Compare
Students create equivalent fractions between fifths and tenths, as well as additional denominations. In this Cyberchase activity activity, students compare fractions of like denominators and watch a QuickTime video to assist the...
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Compare Fractions
In this comparing fractions worksheet, students read two fractions with uncommon denominators, convert them to common denominators, and write the symbols for less than, equal to, or greater than. Students solve 9 problems.
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Order Fractions on a Number Line
In this fractions worksheet, students use a compare, order, and write fractions on a number line. In this problem solving worksheet, students circle and fill in the blank to solve five problems.
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Place Value
Practice place value skills with this lesson. Learners put numbers in order from greatest to least, identify the values of particular numbers, and engage in an activity to compare numbers using manipulatives.
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Comparing Fractions (D)
In this comparing fractions worksheet, students solve 10 problems in which simple fractions with unlike denominators are compared using the unequal or equal sign. Note: The answer key shows the greater than or less than sign used for all...
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Comparing Fractions (C)
In this comparing fractions practice worksheet, students examine 10 pairs of fractions. Students identify each of the pairs of fractions as greater than, less than, or equal to one another.
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Comparing Fractions (E)
For this comparing fractions practice worksheet, students examine 10 pairs of fractions. Students identify each of the pairs of fractions as greater than, less than, or equal to one another.
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Comparing Mixed Numbers (A)
In this math learning exercise, students answer 10 mixed number comparison problems. They are given a box in which to place a <, >, or = sign.
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Estimating Fractions and Sums
What is a quick comparison, and how can it help you estimate sums and differences? For this estimation worksheet, learners estimate fractions in addition problems. They complete four problems where they estimate the sums after reviewing...
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Comparing Fractions and Equivalence
There are a few ways to practice fraction skills here, and they will all appeal to visual learners. First, mathematicians fill in blanks in two fraction number sequences. Next, they analyze two fractions marked along a number line...
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Birds, Fractions and Percentages
Students study fractions, percentages, spreadsheets, and computers by watching and recording the number of species of birdsseen. They create a spreadsheet to record the results of their one month study.
Noyce Foundation
Cereal
Find the best protein-packed cereal. The short assessment task covers equivalent and comparing ratios within a context. Pupils determine the cereal with the highest ratio of protein. A rubric helps teachers with point allotments for...
Math Mammoth
Multiplying Fractions by Fractions
A four-page resource walks learners through the basics of multiplying fractions. The handout is very visual with many diagrams in various colors. By the end of the lesson, learners are given an opportunity to multiply whole numbers with...
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Using Polygons to Represent Fractions
Explore the world of fractions by using pattern blocks to show how different shapes can divide a hexagon. Elementary schoolers work in groups to complete these problems and to answer questions. Later, they work complete an independent...
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Finding Common Denominators to Subtract
Subtracting fractions with unlike denominators can be overwhelming, but in this task, 5th graders work systematically to break down the procedure through three questions. The first two questions ask for pictures to be drawn along...
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Fraction Number Lines 1
Use number lines to give kids a visual representation of various fractions. There are eight number lines provided, and each one grows in difficulty. The first one, for example, only has three points: zero, one half, and one. The last...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Understanding Fractions
Young learners explore fractions and demonstrate parts of a whole by using a candy bar and a piece of paper and dividing both into equal parts. Included is a worksheet that requires youngsters to color in half of each polygon shape. Some...