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Develop young mathematicians' ability to compare fractions with investigation into the number 1/2. After brainstorming a list of fractions equivalent to 1/2, children identify a pattern in the numerators and denominators that allows them use this benchmark value to quickly compare fractions.
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Instructional Ideas
- Allow children to work with a partner when completing the different tasks during whole group instruction
- After completing the worksheet, call on students to share and explain their solutions to each problem
- Have students turn in their answers to the wrap-up question as an exit ticket
Classroom Considerations
- Lesson calls for the use of fraction circle manipulatives, which can be created using the included templates
Pros
- Lesson includes both a warm-up and wrap-up problem
- Worksheet offers word problems that involve real-life contexts for comparing fractions
- Multiple online manipulatives are available as additional support for learners
- Comments and suggestions are included as support with teaching this lesson
Cons
- None