Use a visual model to add fractions with unlike denominators. This video focuses on using an equivalent fractions chart to compare fractions and find the correct sum.

This video illustrates a visual model for solving a word problem involving the division of fractions. The problem asks students to determine the width of a rectangular platypus burrow based on its length and area. In the accompanying...

Use area models, number lines, and tape diagrams to multiply a whole number times a fraction. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

This video illustrates how to use an array as a visual model for solving a word problem involving the division of fractions and mixed numbers. The problem asks students to determine the width of a rectangular fennec fox den based on its...

Model division by a fraction using fraction strips. This video focuses on modeling division of a whole number by fractions.

Sixth graders will use their understanding of multiplying fractions and apply it to dividing fractions which is a key component in common core. Included in this lesson are a closing activity, a link to a website for area models, and a...

This video presents a visual model for solving a word problem involving the multiplication of fractions. The problem asks students to use the amount of bamboo that a panda eats in an hour to determine how much he eats in a quarter of an...

Students think about how fractional measurements relate to scale models, learn about alternate ways of expressing scale ratios, and demonstrate understanding of fractions and scale in this interactive from KET. After watching video...

Demonstrates strategies for comparing fractions by using pizza as a visual model. Includes sample problems to try.

In this lesson, 4th graders use movement phrases to model common fractions and decimal fractions with like denominators. They compare the fraction of locomotor and non-locomotor movements in a movement phrase. Students then create their...

Compare a division problem with whole numbers to a similar problem about dividing fractions in this interactive from KET. Students watch a video of a peer talking about a fraction problem that involves equal groups, with the number of...

Explore the connection between division and fractions while dividing up cookies. This video focuses on recognizing patterns when modeling dividing up cookies to share with people.

Lesson shows the concept of a mixed number with the help of visual models and number lines.

This lesson teaches how to add like fractions and mixed numbers with like fractional parts using visual models (pies, fraction bars). It includes lots of exercises.

Identify the fraction of a whole that is shaded. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

A collection of mock math tests, designed for grades 3-5, modeled after portions of standardized tests.

Rename fractions in higher terms with this interactive module. Number lines are used for fractional representations. Detailed instructions, practice opportunity, and immediate feedback provided for this concept....

This resource consists of a detailed, hands-on lesson plan for dividing fractions using manipulatives such as fraction bars.

Students, teachers, and parents alike will enjoy this challenging math site. It contains a clever brain teaser section plus creative problems related to algebra, geometry, measurement, numbers, statistics, and probability. A Spanish...

Use circles to learn and practice multiplying fractions at this site from Visual Fractions. You will receive immediate feedback on each of your answers, and explanations are available for each question.

This tutorial helps students to understand fractions. It explains what denominators and numerators are using simple graphics.

Practice solving fraction addition and subtraction word problems. The fractions in these problems have unlike denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or...

Practice renaming fractions in higher terms using circle fractions, in this Java applet interactive game. A simple activity for most. However, if you get stuck, see the detailed, directions and examples that are included.

Use area models to show a visual representation of the product of two fractions. This interactive exercise focuses on multiplying fractions and reducing them when possible.