Fractions Comparing Lesson Plans & Worksheets Reviewed by Teachers

Illustrative Mathematics

Listing Fractions in Increasing Size

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards

Increase the depth of your class's fractional number sense with this number-ordering activity. Given four fractions, each with different numerators and denominators, young learners are asked to place them in order from smallest to...

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Scholastic

Mega-Fun Fractions

For Teachers 3rd - 4th Standards

Creative and fun lessons help kids get some hands-on experience with fractions. The resource includes 50 innovative ways to teach kids about equivalent fractions, adding and subtracting fractions, using fractions in money math and...

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Curated OER

Comparing Fractions with the Same Numerators, Assessment Variation

For Teachers 3rd - 4th Standards

Have your class demonstrate their ability to compare fractions with this short multiple-choice assessment. Using the fractions 9/8 and 9/4, the students first make comparisons using both words and the greater than/less than signs. Next,...

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Illustrative Mathematics

Using Benchmarks to Compare Fractions

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards

Introduce a new strategy for comparing fractions by analyzing Melissa's use of benchmarks. Walk the class through her process, calling on students to explain their understanding of each step she took. Then practice this method on two...

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Comparing Mixed Numbers (C)

For Students 4th - 5th

In this comparing numbers worksheet, learners compare fractions with uncommon denominators, mixed numbers and whole numbers, and mixed numbers and fractions with uncommon denominators. Students solve 10 problems.

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Intensive Intervention

Fractions as Numbers

For Teachers 3rd - 7th Standards

Your learners will enjoy thoroughly understanding fractions, and you will appreciate the abundant, quality resources in this comprehensive unit that builds toward a complete understanding of the concept of fractions as numbers. Many...

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Curated OER

Fractions IV - Equivalent Fractions by Monica Yuskaitis

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards

Comparing equivalent fractions is one of the most difficult math concepts to teach to youngsters. How can numbers that look so different actually represent the same thing? This presentation takes a lot of the mystery out of equivalent...

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Scholastic

Study Jams! Order Fractions & Decimals

For Students 4th - 7th Standards

Going from fraction to decimal and decimal to fraction shouldn't be a chore, but an easy step for young mathematicians to do within problems. This interactive lesson shows how long division can change any fraction to a decimal. Started...

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Key Stage Fun

Squeebles Fractions

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards

We are not exactly sure what a Squeeble is, but apparently they love cake and fractions, and your little bakers-turned-mathematicians will also. This app focuses on the basics of fractions including modeling fractions, equivalent...

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Curated OER

Exploring Equivalent Fractions

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards

An extensive lesson explores equivalent fractions and is intended for three 60-minute periods. Young mathematicians compare and order fractions with like and unlike denominators. Included are worksheets, assessments, and answer sheets;...

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Pizza Fractions

For Students 3rd - 4th

Students are introduced to fractions by completing 2 pages of problems with a pizza theme. They complete a chart where they name the fractional part they see in pizzas, then shade the pizzas to solve 1o word problems.

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Common Core Sheets

Comparing Visual Fractions

For Students 3rd - 4th Standards

Introduce comparing fractions with a worksheet containing visual models. Young mathematicians must first identify the part being described in each model and then write greater than, less than, or equal to. Learners prepare to compare...

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Curated OER

Comparing Fractions with a Different Whole

For Teachers 3rd - 4th Standards

What was Bryce's mistake? Through analysis of a student work example, learners develop their own ability to compare the fractions one fourth and one half. Central to this activity is the concept that, when comparing fractions, the whole...

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Common Core Sheets

Comparing Fraction Relative Size

For Students 4th - 5th Standards

Which is the larger amount? Two-fourths of 10 dollars, or one-fourth of 100 dollars? This type of question is the main focus of a worksheet that has learners comparing fractions by their relative size. Each problem contains two fractions...

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Illustrative Mathematics

Fractions on the Number Line

For Teachers 6th - 7th Standards

Fractions are a common fear in school, but visualizing them on a number line can help your learners understand their relationship to one another. The activity provides two solutions; use either a number line or a common denominator....

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Willow Tree

Fractions

For Students 7th - 10th Standards

There’s a fine line between a numerator and a denominator. Learners review operations with fractions and ensure they have the skills needed to progress in the course. Taking the time now to review these concepts allows individuals to...

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Comparing Fractions (I)

For Students 5th

In this comparing fractions practice activity, 5th graders use an inequality sign or an equal sign as they compare 10 pairs of fractions.

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