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Naming Fractions
Early learners investigate fractions and review the definitions of numerator and denominator on the chalkboard. They complete a "Naming Fractions" worksheet which is included in the lesson.
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Piece O' Cake-Fraction Activity
In this fraction worksheet, learners color in the correct fractional amount given beneath pictures: 1/4, 1/2 and 2/4. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Mixing Mixed Numbers Art/Creating Fractions
Third graders explore number values by participating in class math activities. In this fractions lesson, 3rd graders collaborate with classmates to discuss the technique of adding mix numbers while utilizing paper plates to help...
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Playing with Fractions: Wipe-Out
Students explore fractions by participating in a class math game. For this number sense lesson, students identify the numerator and denominator of different fractions while comparing their values. Students read the rules for the fraction...
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Oral Language in Mathematics
Third graders examine fractions by descriptively writing about them. For this number sense lesson, 3rd graders read number sentences and compare fractions based on their size. Students explain fractions to a friend by writing a friendly...
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Compare Fractions Using Fraction Circles
Fourth graders practice ordering fractions using models and drawings. For this math model lesson, 4th graders utilize colored blocks and drawings to show an equal representation of given fractions. Students compare and...
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Chocolate Math
Students utilize chocolate to identify parts of a whole. In this fractions lesson, students discover the vocabulary associated with fractions and practice dividing a chocolate bar into pieces based on fraction problems....
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Rhythmic Gymnastics: Fraction Activity
In this fraction worksheet, students read a word problem, then use a fraction table to find the color and length of streamers use in a gymnastics competition.
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Which Fraction Am I?
In this fraction worksheet, students read a description of a fraction, then write the fraction on a line beneath the description clue. Students then write about what strategy was most helpful to them.
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Fraction Math
In this fraction worksheet, students match a set of fractions in one column with their multiplication problem equivalents in another. Answers included on page 2.
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Fraction Match-Up
In this fraction worksheet, students match 10 fractions in column A with their simplest form equivalents in column B, then follow instruction to make a math drawing. Answers on page 2.
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Pizza Fraction Fun
Students solve for fractions using a pizza. In this fraction lesson plan, students listen to a read aloud, decorate pizzas, then cut their pizzas apart to show equivalent fractions. Once their pizzas are cut apart, they share different...
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The Whole is More Than Half
Students explore number sense by completing a food related fraction activity. In this parts of a whole lesson, students utilize a graham cracker to divide and identify what a quarter, third, or half looks like. Students eat their snack...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Illuminations: Fraction Game
Students use their knowledge equivalent fractions and their ability to compare fractions to play this computer based game.
University of Regina (Canada)
University of Regina: Math Central: Operations Activities
Students will be able to practice their integer and fractions skills by completing hands-on activities. Some examples are crisp cookies, fracturing fraction, and two by two.
University of Regina (Canada)
University of Regina: Math Central: Operations Activities
Students will be able to practice their integer and fractions skills by completing hands-on activities. Some examples are crisp cookies, fracturing fraction, and two by two.
Elias Saab
Math Drills: Fraction Operations Quiz #2
An interactive quiz which provides students with two (more challenging) fractions and a randomly selected operation sign between them. Students input their solution and have the program evaluate it. Hints are available if the student...
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Fractional Triangles
On this one page website sharpen your logic and equivalent fraction skills while working on this challenge. The solution is available to double check your solution.
PBS
Pbs Kids: Cyberchase: Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Half
This is an excellent way to introduce the fraction concept of equivalent fractions.
Elias Saab
Math Drills: Fraction Operations Quiz #1
An interactive quiz which provides students with two fractions and a randomly selected operation sign between them. Students input their solution and have the program evaluate it. Hints are available if the student needs them, and...
Other
Teachnet: Fraction City
This website offers an excellent lesson plan that teaches basic fraction concepts and includes an equivalent fraction procedure. Lots of detailed instructions on how to prepare and teach this topic.
Rice University
More Fun Fractions
In this site, pattern blocks are used to explore fractional relationships among shapes.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Egyptian Fractions
On this one page website find the solution to this Egyptian fractions challenge by using equivalent fractions and your problem solving skills.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Games Pelmathism: Fractions, Decimals, & Percents
Use this game to improve your knowledge and understanding of fractions, decimals, and percents. You can set the topics you want to practice on this game.