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More Fun Fractions
In this site, pattern blocks are used to explore fractional relationships among shapes.
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Student Achievement Partners
Illustrative Mathematics: Find 1 [Pdf]
Students explore fractions under and over one whole using a number line in this lesson.
Other
Help With Fractions: Rules and Definitions
The rules and definitions of fractions are clearly explained at this website. Numerators and denominators are illustrated and explained. This is an excellent place to get the basic foundation for fractions.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Fractions Quiz
A quiz to assess knowledge of fractions, through which students identify the fraction represented by a simple illustration. A results summary is given at the end of the quiz, and students can return to review questions they miss.
NumberNut
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...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Arithmetic: Multiply Fractions
This Math Page tutorial explains how to multiply a number by a fraction or a mixed number and then features a practice exercise.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Graphs and Fractions
Have students draw squares on graph paper and half some of the squares on the outside. Number all the squares and continue numbering with the halfs. Students are then instructed to create their own ratios such as: 4 halves to eight...
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Simple Fractions
[Free Registration/Login Required] The teacher will use this lesson plan to review simple fractions. The students will recognize simple fractions that are several parts of whole and mixed numbers.
Student Achievement Partners
Illustrative Mathematics: Find 1/4 Starting From 1, Assessment Variation [Pdf]
Assess students learning of fractional parts with this assessment.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Game Chocolate Bars
Use this game to practice finding how many of the chocolate bars (or parts) you will get when you share them with your friends at the party. If you don't figure it out correctly the computer will tell why.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Equivalent Fractions
This very basic website gives simple easy steps on how to find equivalent fractions with practice questions at the end. CCSS.Math.Content.3.NF.A.3.a Understand two fractions as equivalent (equal) if they are the same size, or the same...
Other
Pbs Mathline: Fractions to Half or Half Not [Pdf]
This tutorial features a hands-on lesson that teaches equivalent fractions for grades 3-4. Students explore fractional parts equivalent to one-half. Lesson plan includes an extensive list of materials, worksheets, extension activities...
BBC
Bbc: Bitesize Revision: Equivalent Fractions
This is an excellent place to learn about equivalent fractions. There is an interactive exploration of what equivalent fractions are. There is also an explanation and example of how to find equivalent fractions followed by a quiz.
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.
Mangahigh
Mangahigh: Number: Recognize Proportions
Test your knowledge of proportions and how they relate to parts of a whole.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 4.nf Comparing Two Different Pizzas
The focus of this task is on understanding that fractions, in an explicit context, are fractions of a specific whole. Aligns with 4.NF.B.
Other
The Math Learning Center: Pattern Shapes
Students use pattern shapes to explore geometry and fractions, creating their own designs, or filling in outlines. As they work with the shapes students explore geometric relationships, think about angles, investigate symmetry, and...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Dividing by One Half
This task requires students to recognize both "number of groups unknown" (part (a)) and "group size unknown" (part (d)) division problems in the context of a whole number divided by a unit fraction. It also addresses a common...
Teaching Treasures Publications
Teaching Treasures: Year Six Math (Page 1)
Use this interactive worksheet to build your multiplication, division, and problem solving skills. This collection of word problems also focuses on concepts such as part of whole and equivalent fractions. Answers can be checked...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Puzzle of the Amulet of Amagansett
In this video segment from Cyberchase, Wicked and Digit use what they know about fractions to figure out how many jewels are missing from the Amulet of Amagansett.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Rectangle Tangle
On this one page website sharpen your logic and fractional part skills while working on this challenge. The solution is available to double check your solution.
Scholastic
Scholastic Lesson Activities: Model With Manipulatives
Two fraction activities are highlighted at this one page website. Both use manipulatives to help students begin to understand the basic concepts of fractions.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Dividing a Cake
Sharpen your logic, addition, and fraction skills while working on this challenge. Solution available.
Homeschool Math
Homeschool Math: Finding Fractional Parts With Division
In this 4th grade lesson, students learn the connection between division and finding a fractional part of a quantity.