Lesson Planet
Search educational resources
  • Sign In Try It Free
  • AI Teacher Tools
    • Discover Resources Search reviewed educational resources by keyword, subject, grade, type, and more
    • Curriculum Manager (My Content) Manage saved and uploaded resources and folders To Access the Curriculum Manager Sign In or Join Now
    • Browse Resource Directory Browse educational resources by subject and topic
    • Curriculum Calendar Explore curriculum resources by date
    • Lesson Planning Articles Timely and inspiring teaching ideas that you can apply in your classroom
    • Our Story
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Testimonials
    • Contact Us
  • Pricing
  • School Access
    • Your school or district can sign up for Lesson Planet — with no cost to teachers
      Learn More
  • Sign In
  • Try It Free

Hi, what do you want to do?

Create a lesson plan
Create a lesson plan
Generate resources with 80+ AI teacher tools
Generate resources with 80+ AI teacher tools
Search 200,000 instructional videos
Search 200,000 instructional videos
Find a teaching resource
Find a teaching resource
Types of Fractions Instructional VideoTypes of Fractions Instructional Video
Publisher
Math Antics
Resource Details
Curator Rating
Educator Rating
Not yet Rated
Grade
3rd - 6th
Subjects
Math
1 more...
Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
6:42
Audiences
For Teacher Use
1 more...
Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
Internet Access
Accessibility
Closed Captions
1 more...
Year
2012
Usage Permissions
Fine Print
Instructional Video

Types of Fractions

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

Locate types of fractions on the number line. Using a number line, the video shows where the location is depending on fraction type. By thinking about fractions' locations, scholars compare the types and use that information to estimate values of other fractions.

19 Views 10 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

fractions, improper fractions, comparing fractions, fractions proper, number lines, fraction models, fraction comparisons

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Provide opportunities to determine numbers' locations on a number line
  • Develop an understanding of benchmark fractions and their locations on the number line

Classroom Considerations

  • Assumes individuals have a general understanding of fractions
  • The video is the fourth in a series of 16
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Uses a number line to show relative sizes
  • Contains a general summary of presented concepts

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.3.2 3.NF.A.2.a 3.NF.A.2.b MP6

See similar resources:

Lesson Plan

Initial Fraction Ideas: Lesson 3

Rational Number Project
Visual models support young mathematicians as they deepen their fractional number sense in this elementary math lesson. Using fraction circle manipulatives, children explore basic unit fractions as they develop the fundamental...
3rd - 6th Math
CCSS: Adaptable
Worksheet

Line of Symmetry

Curated OER
Where is the line of symmetry in these shapes? Review this concept using the visual guide at the top of the page, explaining how some shapes have multiples lines. Consider demonstrating this concept with large cut-outs, physically...
3rd - 4th Math
CCSS: Designed
Lesson Plan

Locating Fractions Greater than One on the Number Line

Curated OER
Supplement your lesson on improper fractions with this simple resource. Working on number lines labeled with whole numbers between 0 and 5, young mathematicians represent basic improper fractions with halves and thirds. The fractions...
3rd - 5th Math
CCSS: Designed
Instructional Video

How Do You Find a Value for x that Makes Two Lines Parallel?

Curated OER
So you have a transversal line intersecting two parallel lines and you are looking for a value that would make two corresponding angles congruent. You have all the information needed to write an equation to find the value. So write that...
3 mins 6th - 12th Math
Interactive

Identify Line Types: Intersecting and Parallel Lines

CK-12 Foundation
Navigate your way through a lesson on types of lines. Individuals drag line segments to illustrate paths between pairs of houses on an interactive map. They determine if these line segment pairs are intersecting or parallel.
6th Math
CCSS: Designed
Worksheet

Identifying Fraction Location Positive and Negative

Curated OER
Sixth graders practice their fraction and number line skills by identifying where a given fraction is located on the line. Provide mathematicians with a colored pencil for easy identification of the fraction.
6th Math
CCSS: Designed
Worksheet

Fraction Number Lines 1

Math Salamanders Ltd.
Use number lines to give kids a visual representation of various fractions. There are eight number lines provided, and each one grows in difficulty. The first one, for example, only has three points: zero, one half, and one. The last...
3rd - 5th Math
CCSS: Adaptable
Worksheet

Fraction Number Lines 2

Math Salamanders Ltd.
Now that your math class has mastered fractions from zero to one have them complete this worksheet! Seven number lines require learners to fill in the missing fractions. Three of the number lines start at zero, and the others start above...
3rd - 4th Math
CCSS: Adaptable
Worksheet

Fraction Number Lines 4

Curated OER
Third, fourth, and fifth graders use this learning exercise to review fractions on a number line. Basic and tricky fractions are used to complete the missing fractions! For your lower-level learners, consider providing little squares of...
3rd - 5th Math
CCSS: Adaptable
Worksheet

Fraction Number Lines To 1: Answers

Math Salamanders Ltd.
These number lines answer the learning exercise entitled "Fraction Number Lines To 1." Or consider using this sheet as a review for your learners. You could use M&Ms to have learners illustrate each fraction on the number lines!
3rd - 6th Math
CCSS: Adaptable
Try It Free
© 1999-2026 Learning Explorer, Inc.
Teacher Lesson Plans, Worksheets and Resources

Sign up for the Lesson Planet Monthly Newsletter

Open Educational Resources (OER)

  • Health
  • Language Arts
  • Languages
  • Math
  • Physical Education
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Special Education
  • Visual and Performing Arts
View All Lesson Plans

Discover Resources

  • Our Review Process
  • How it Works
  • How to Search
  • Create a Collection

Manage Curriculum

  • Edit a Collection
  • Assign to Students
  • Manage My Content
Contact Us Site Map Privacy Policy Terms of Use