Three heads are better than one. After reading a conversation between three friends about how to compare fractions, scholars analyze and discuss each presented strategy. These include using unit fractions, using benchmark fractions, determining how close each fraction is to one, and working with common denominators.

Concepts

fractions, comparing fractions, common denominators, unit fractions

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Challenge the class to find different ways of comparing fractions while working on the task
  

Classroom Considerations

• Learners should have experience with benchmark fractions
• Knowledge of unit fractions is necessary
  

Pros

• Provides commentary on the mathematics for instructors
  
• Lists some discussion prompts to use with the class
  

Cons

• None

Common Core

4.NF.A.2 5.NF.B.3 6.NS.C.6.a MP2 MP3 MP5 MP7