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Addition of Fractions InteractiveAddition of Fractions Interactive
Publisher
CK-12 Foundation
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Grade
4th - 8th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Interactives
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Duration
30 mins
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Addition of Fractions

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Five word-problems challenge mathematicians to add fractions. Interactive fraction circles assist scholars in problem-solving. Question types include multiple-choice, true or false, and a discussion.  

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

math concepts, adding fractions, fractions, fractions unlike denominators, denominators, fraction word problems, addition word problems, fraction circles, adding fractions with common denominators, fractions common denominators, fractions reducing

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Assign the interactive for extra skill practice at home, direct learners to write their answer to question five on a piece of paper and return it to class
  • Open the link on a small set of computers, make the interactive one assignment during math center rotations 
  • Go through the interactive as a class, discuss each problem, think out loud, and guide participants to the correct answer 

Classroom Considerations

  • Remind participants to reset the fraction circles between problems 
  • Pupils should be familiar with addition fractions 
  • A free CK-12 account is required to access the interactive 

Pros

  • Correct answers are revealed instantly 
  • The Learn More link offers a page of detailed information about the concept 
  • Fractions circles are color-coded 

Cons

  • None

Common Core

3.NF.A.1 4.NF.B.3.a 4.NF.B.3.d 5.NF.A.1 5.NF.A.2

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