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Adding and Subtracting Fractions Instructional VideoAdding and Subtracting Fractions Instructional Video
Publisher
Krista King Math
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Grade
3rd - 7th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
8:39
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Year
2014
Instructional Video

Adding and Subtracting Fractions

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Develop a strategy for adding and subtracting fractions with your classes. The video shows a procedure for adding and subtracting fractions by finding common denominators. Each example increases in difficulty.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

adding fractions, subtracting fractions, common denominators, fractions common denominators, least common denominator, least common multiple

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Ask learners to model each fraction of the expression with a visual before and after finding common denominators
  • Make the video available for absent individuals or those needing extra practice

Classroom Considerations

  • Pupils should already have experience finding equivalent fractions
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Includes examples that require varying steps in finding a common denominator

Cons

  • Does not include any visuals to reinforce the purpose of finding a common denominator

Common Core

5.NF.A.1

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