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Better Lesson: Compare Parts of a Whole
Given a set of fractions students will be able to compare unit fractions by using models to determine that the more equal parts there are in the whole, the smaller each part will be. This instructional activity includes a detailed plan,...
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Better Lesson: Introduction to Ratios
What is a ratio? How can we create equivalent ratios? Students work to express and extend relationships using ratios.
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Number Nut: Breaking Down Fractions
Discover fractions in the world around us in this lesson plan that also examines how fractions are divided. Detailed examples and pictures presented to explain this concept along with key vocabulary. A brief introduction to problem...
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Better Lesson: Unit Review Stations
Sixth graders review for the Unit 2 test by completing stations.
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Better Lesson: Simplest Form
Given a set of equations students will be able to explain how to reduce fractions to simplest form and determine if the given set of fractions are equivalent.
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Alex: Cool Kool Aid Experiment
This lesson allows students to practice writing and solving rates by conducting an experiment to find the best tasting Kool-Aid mixture. It gives an assessment and ideas for remediation, extension as well as ways to manage behavior...
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Alex: Decimals: The Master of Many Disguises!
In Cooperative/Collaborative groups, this instructional activity will actively engage students to represent decimals in different forms. An "Essential Question" will be used to activate background knowledge and set the purpose for...