University of Utah
Rational and Irrational Numbers
Conquer any irrational fears you might have of irrational numbers. As class members investigate how to represent numbers geometrically, they learn about rational and irrational numbers, including approximating and ordering rational...
EngageNY
Interpreting Division of a Fraction by a Whole Number—Visual Models
Divide fractions just like a model does. Pupils visualize the division of a fraction by a whole number by creating models. Scholars make the connection between dividing by a whole number and multiplication before practicing the skill...
Curated OER
Things in a Line
Little learners recognize symbols, objects and how to depict numbers. In this matching lesson, they can match the number names with a set of items, model ordinal numbers, and complete a cute, cartoon-character worksheet.
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Identifying Fractions
In this fractions practice activity, students examine 9 fraction graphics, write each of the fractions, and record how to say each of the fractions. An example is included.
Curated OER
Fractions and Ribbons
Sixth graders explore using inverse operations to solve decimal and fraction problems. In this decimal and fraction lesson, 6th graders prepare ribbon for a part and need to cut it in equal lengths. Students analyze the problem.
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Comparing Positive Fractions, Mixed Numbers & Decimals
Seventh graders explore the concept of fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals. In this fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals lesson, 7th graders compare different forms of rational numbers on a number line. Students order rational...
Curated OER
Exploring the Slopes of Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
Pupils calculate the slope of parallel and perpendicular lines.In this algebra lesson, students differentiate between parallel and perpendicular lines. They graph their lines using the slope of the equation.
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Smaller Than One
Sixth graders practice converting a fraction into a decimal and a percent. They explain relationships among rational numbers. They order and compare whole numbers, fractions (including mixed numbers), and decimals using a variety of...
Curated OER
Ordering Fractions Using Online Manipulatives
In this ordering fractions learning exercise, 6th graders use an online manipulative to aid them in ordering fractions. They complete 5 problems using the bounded fraction pointer online.
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Fractions: Multiplying by Whole Numbers
In this fraction activity, students practice multiplying fractions by whole numbers in 30 problems. They can click a box to show the answers if they complete the activity online.
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Student Exploration: Adding Fractions
Learners complete activities to learn how to add fractions. In this fractions lesson, students complete a set of prior knowledge questions for fractions. Learners then review fraction vocabulary while solving a fraction word problem.
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RCX Car Line Graph
Students develop a line graph based on distances that an RCX car drives in specified amounts of time. They then are given a specific amount of time for the car to drive and be asked to extrapolate the car's distance from the graph.
Curated OER
Comparing and Ordering Fractions
Students practice ordering fractions. In this fractions lesson, students determine how to tell when a fraction is close to 1, 1/2 and other various fractions. Students use benchmarks to order fractions.
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Comparing Fractions
Students discuss the nature of fractions and compare fractions based on a similar whole to determine relative size.
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Leveled Problem Solving Comparing And Ordering Fractions
In this fraction worksheet, 6th graders compare and order fractions in order to solve 6 word problems. They work with problems that have like and unlike denominators.
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Reteach: Equivalent Fractions and Simplifying
In this fraction worksheet, students first read about how to find equivalent fractions, then find the missing numbers that would make pairs of fractions equivalent. Students then read about and simplify a st of 8 additional fractions.
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Chapter 2 Review: Prime Factorization
In this prime factorization worksheet, learners find the prime factorization of numbers by using a factor tree. They compare fractions and identify equivalent fractions, and find the greatest common factor, order numbers, and convert...
Illustrative Mathematics
Cynthia's Perfect Punch
Using a real-world example, this problem illustrates the thought process that learners need to engage in to understand adding mixed numbers with common denominators. First by looking at estimation, and then by drawing models that...
Noyce Foundation
Cat Food
Determine the right mix of cans of cat food. The resource consists of an assessment task to determine the cost to feed two cats for a specific number of days and requires scholars to interpret remainders within a context....
Noyce Foundation
Time to Get Clean
It's assessment time! Determine your young mathematicians' understanding of elapsed time with this brief, five-question quiz.
EngageNY
Dividing the King’s Foot into 12 Equal Pieces
Apply, apply, apply! A measurement activity applies a number of concepts to help learn a new construction. Scholars learn to divide a segment into n equal parts using a method that uses the Side Splitter Theorem and a method...
Project Maths
Introduction to e
First there was pi and now there's e. A discovery-based lesson plan helps learners find a pattern in compound interest as the compounding period changes. Their investigation results in the discovery of the number e. The lesson plan is...
Curated OER
Getting The Point
Young scholars complete a unit of lessons on the relationships between decimals, whole numbers, and fractions. They use paper strips to solve fraction problems, view and solve examples, and use calculators to convert fractions into...
Curated OER
Equivalent Fractions
In this equivalent fractions worksheet, students fold a sheet in paper, creating and shading the fraction 2/3, then complete a set of questions/problems about folding to create other fractions. Answers on page 2.