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Here is an excellent lesson plan on solving subtraction word problems using fractions and mixed numbers. Learners complete three activities that will help them to explore and better-understand the world of mixed numbers. Fraction bars are used as a manipulative, and the activities are all meant to be done as group activities. These lesson plans are extremely well-written.

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Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategies
Modeling
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Common Core

5.NF.A.2 MP4

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