Watch scholars' understanding of fractions bloom. The resource presents a performance task where the fractions are equal parts from the same whole, and mathematicians must use them to solve problems about a grade level garden. Teachers use the included lesson outlines and tasks to teach about fractions in a six-week unit prior to the performance task.

Concepts

equivalent fractions, fractions, fractions coloring, comparing fractions, modeling fractions, geometric figures, numerators, denominators

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the annotated responses and class members' answers in a PLC to discuss fraction understanding
• Provide a brief introduction to the term fraction and its meaning before beginning the unit

Classroom Considerations

• Expects students know how to solve problems involving whole numbers

Pros

• Includes a worksheet to help identify potential misconceptions
• Provides a detailed description of the different performance levels
• Contains suggestions for English learners

Cons

• None

Common Core

MP1 MP3 MP4 MP6 3.NF.A.1 3.NF.A.2.a 3.NF.A.2.b 3.NF.A.3.a 3.NF.A.3.b 3.NF.A.3.c 3.NF.A.3.d 3.G.A.2