Proper Fraction Teacher Resources

Once scholars have a grasp on adding fractions, it's time to throw some mixed numbers into the equation! Each of these 14 addition problems has one mixed number and one proper fraction. Skills here include finding a common denominator,...

First, math majors compare the multiplication and division of unit fractions and whole numbers. They look for patterns, and then apply their knowledge to an array of multiplication and division problems, all involving fractions and...

This is the first of three videos on partial fraction expansion.  Sal goes over an example that first needs to be divided so that is a proper fraction. He then continues to demonstrate fraction decomposition. At home or in class,...

Arrange improper fractions on a number line to determine the equivalency to whole numbers. The number line starts at -4 and ends at 4, while users must turn the improper fraction into a proper fraction in order to place it on the number...

Sal explains proper and improper fractions. He labels each part of the fractions using different colors. Note: This video would be best used for those who just need a quick reminder as to the definition of proper and improper fractions....

Work through adding mixed fractions by first converting each fraction to an improper fraction. This video details each necessary step, including how to reduce and convert your improper fraction back into a mixed fraction after you have...

Work through adding mixed fractions by first converting each fraction to an improper fraction. This video details each necessary step, including how to reduce and convert your improper fraction back into a mixed fraction after you have...

A step-by-step explanation about improper fractions being changed into mixed numbers. The instructor uses diagrams in several examples which gives a visual explanation of the equation.

In this graphing calculator instructional activity, students explore the steps to analyze a complex fraction using a graphing calculator. They simplify a complex fraction to a proper fraction. This four page instructional activity...

Students practice fraction conversions by solving a word problem for a recipe. In this fraction lesson, students solve a crumpet recipe word problem and worksheet. Students watch the crumpet recipe video and define the term top...

Mixed fractions? Oh, everyone's favorite! Not really. But these two have a common denominator so you can add the whole numbers together and then you can add the fraction parts together. Don't forget to simplify.

Mixed fractions? Oh, everyone's favorite! Not really. But these two have a common denominator so you can add the whole numbers together and then you can add the fraction parts together. Don't forget to simplify.

A step-by-step explanation about improper fractions being changed into mixed numbers. The instructor uses diagrams in several examples which gives a visual explanation of the equation.

Twelfth graders examine various ways probability is applied to daily situations. They use marbles and blocks to calculate the probabilities of picking certain colors. They also calculate the odds of picking a winning raffle ticket.

Fourth graders play the 'Naming Fractions' game, where they enter the proper fraction equivalent to a colored section. They go to the Mathfrog website and select 'Naming Fractions'. Students use the keyboard to enter the fraction...

Dice up fractions and bring this game into the classroom. Players roll dice to create fractions, and then have to find an equivalent fraction on the board. Once they get three in a row, they win! 

Is it proper to write an improper fraction as a mixed number? The resource first provides the definition of a mixed number. Pupils then learn the procedures to perform conversions between mixed numbers and proper fractions.

Middle schoolers identify proper, improper fractions, and mixed numbers.  They reduce fractions to their lowest terms. They add and subtract fractions with different denominators, and multiply and divide fractions, as well as...

Your learners will enjoy playing a game as a motivator to learning and remembering the adding and subtracting of fractions.

Reciprocals are the method used for dividing fractions in this instructional session. A fraction is defined as being a division problem, and then the whole group works together to solve several problems. They check for the reasonableness...

Upper elementary and middle schoolers solve 16 types of problems to include writing fractions to represent shaded portions, writing a mixed number to represent certain points on a number line, and changing equivalent mixed numbers to...

Fourth graders use fraction strips to compare and order fractions. Identify various ways a figure can be divided. Find equivalent fractions. Recognize and order fractions with the denominators 2,3,4,5,6,8,10, and 12.

A quick check of understanding is the focus in this short online quiz. Questions ask users to check out a short two- to four- line program and answer a question about the value of a variable. Get five questions correct in row to pass to...

Sixth graders engage in an investigation about the concepts related to fractions. They read, represent, compare, and order proper and improper fractions, and mixed numbers. They demonstrate an understanding of relationships involving...