Make fractions fun and interesting by using a brochure form. Young mathematicians practice and gain a better understanding of how to add and subtract fractions, simplify fractions, and find LCD (least common denominator). The resources are great additions to math centers during a fraction unit.

Concepts

adding fractions, subtracting fractions, least common denominator, improper fractions, fractions

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Use as an introduction to concepts listed in the brochures
• Print out on bright paper for added fun

Classroom Considerations

• Brochure form works best when you copy both pages on one sheet front and back
• Intended for fifth graders, but works well with fourth and sixth graders as well

Pros

• The 10-page packet contains five types of brochures dealing with fractions

Cons

• None

Common Core

5.NF.A.1 5.NF.B.3 5.NF.B.4.a 5.NF.B.6