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Teaching equivalent fractions.
Fractions! For some of our kiddos, the term ‘equivalent fractions’ makes them quiver in their sneakers and want to barf all over the desk. It doesn’t have to be that way though. There are many interactive, fun ways to learn and then practice fractions. I just had to put a list together just for equivalent fractions, including a hands on equivalent fractions activity.
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There are many fun ways to teach equivalent fractions. This is a nice assortment of multisensory learning–including visual, verbal, tactile…and most of all, fun!
For each of the activities listed, I have started the description with a hyperlink so you can go learn more about that specific equivalent fraction activity. You can download all of the printables that are mine (the ones that have pictures) in one place with my Equivalent Fraction Activities Bundle.
This activity comes with an answer key. I kept them as separate PDFs.
And here is that answer key for the How to Teach Equivalent Fractions activity set.
Equivalent Fractions Activities
We all know that hands-on instruction is the way to go for teaching math concepts. Teaching the way to solve the problem has its place, but understanding why those steps works are just important. And these equivalent fraction activities will help you teach this concept.
Teaching Fractions with Food -Kids love food, and they understand food. When beginning your fraction unit why not pull out a Hershey bar or an orange? It is a great way to not only teach what a fraction is, but also to introduce an equivalent fraction by having them share the food. Start your equivalent fractions lesson with some fun and colorful food, and you’ll have their attention!
Interactive notebook for teaching equivalent fractions with models -A simple way to have students use fractional models to figure out equivalent fractions. Students take a model given and divide it up into equal parts. By the time they have worked through the first model they have found four equivalent fractions.
Interactive notebook for teaching equivalent fractions with number lines. -This is very similar to the first interactive notebook, but this time instead of fractional models you get number lines. I love giving children as many ways to see a concept as I can. You never know which way will make the lightbulb go on or prompt that “a-ha!” moment that is so fun to witness as a teacher.
Learning Resources Magnetic Rainbow Fraction Tiles -Many students need to see many different representations of fractions and how they are equivalent. I love this activity and it makes a great Amazon Wish List item if you do that and share with parents. Using Fraction Tiles the students work to figure out which fractions are equivalent. This “lesson” does not involve a ton of direct instruction, but the children are learning through exploring with manipulatives and making observations. That is the best type of learning.
- These magnetic fraction strips make learning fractions is easier with visual, hands-on magnetic aids
- This magnetic fraction set will Introduce fraction concepts, parts to whole, equivalents, and comparisons
- Magnetic fraction bars can be used at home or in the classroom and are easy to wipe clean
- 51-piece set includes color-coded, soft foam, magnetic tiles to depict wholes, halves, thirds, fourths, fifths, sixths, eighths, tenths, and twelfths
- Ideal for ages 6+
Fractions on a Number Line -Number lines are a great way to build fraction sense, and they are also a fun way to teach equivalent fraction. While they are creating their number lines they are working on what numerators are, what denominators are, finding the LCM, and so much more.
Pattern Blocks Task Cards -Pattern blocks are another great way to explore and learn about equivalent fractions. These task cards are a great place to go after children have a basic understanding of equivalent fractions. They will definitely get your kiddos thinking and problem-solving, and quickly reveal any misconceptions.
Using visual models is a great way to build fraction sense, and helps children understand equivalent fractions better. This is a series that Math Geek Mama and I did together. It walks you through numerous ideas on helping children visualize fractions …not just memorize how to solve a problem.
Practicing Equivalent Fractions
After you have spent some time teaching, now students are ready to play or practice their new found knowledge. To reinforce what they have learned, try out some of these activities.
Fraction Dominoes -These fraction dominoes have fractions, models, and number lines. Children can play a card by matching up two equivalent fractions, a fraction and model, a model and number line, etc. You can even get some fraction adding by having the children add up all the fractions left in their hand when another player goes out. The person with the highest sum loses.
Oh No, Fraction Man -This game is similar to Old Maid, but instead of an Old Maid you have a fraction man. All the children have to do is pull cards from another player’s hand. If they have a match to the card they pulled they may lay it down in front of them. The game ends when all matches have been made and one person is left with the fraction man. The cards have fractions, fractional models, and number lines on them.
Clip Cards – Instead of pulling out a worksheet to assess students knowledge, gather them around you and have them solve the problems by placing clips on the equivalent fraction. Many of the clip cards have two or three correct answers. This forces the children to really analyze the card before saying they have completed it.
Tic-Tac-Toe with Fractions -This game is very similar to Tic-Tac-Toe, just with a twist. The children must find the equivalent fraction to whatever space they want to cover up. If they choose the wrong fraction, they have to cover up the space that equals that fraction. Since the game of Tic-Tac-Toe leaves little room for mistakes, a wrong move can end the game. You can play with models, number lines, or both.
Fishing For Equivalent Fractions -This game is similar to Go Fish – and children will love their quest to find pairs that are equivalent.
Simplifying Fractions – This is a BINGO game that focuses on simplifying fractions, and we know how much our kiddos enjoy doing that. Simplifying Fractions is a wonderful way to practice equivalent fractions, and who doesn’t love a simple BINGO game.
Digital Equivalent Fractions -These digital equivalent fraction activities are a great way to get some practice in, especially if you are virtual.
Ooops! What kind of math teacher am I? I said 10 activities, but this is more than 10. I assure you that I can count. But when it comes to fun activities, sometimes I get carried away.
I hope you enjoy these equivalent fraction activities . There are so many fun ways to teach equivalent fractions and get your children engaged as they dive into this concept.
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Equivalent Fractions 1 Lesson
This Year 4 Equivalent Fractions 1 lesson covers the prior learning of using number lines to identify equivalent fractions, before moving onto the main skill of using fraction strips to find equivalent fractions.
The lesson starts with a prior learning worksheet to check pupils’ understanding. The interactive lesson slides recap the prior learning before moving on to the main skill. Children can then practise further by completing the activities and can extend their learning by completing an engaging extension task.
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Mathematics Year 4: (4F2) Recognise and show, using diagrams, families of common equivalent fractions
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These lesson slides guides pupils through the prior learning of using number lines to identify equivalent fractions, before moving onto the main skill of equivalent fractions 1. There are a number of questions to check pupils' understanding throughout.
Modelling PowerPoint
This powerpoint can be used to model the questions that the children will complete on the Varied Fluency and Reasoning & Problem Solving worksheets as part of this lesson.
These are the same as the lesson slides on Classroom Secrets. You can assign this as an activity for pupils to access individually in school or remotely from home.
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Laura introduces equivalent fractions with a simple fraction wall in this Equivalent Fractions Video Tutorial.
1 Prior Learning
This worksheet recaps prior learning of using number lines to identify equivalent fractions, before moving onto the main skill of using fraction strips to find equivalent fractions.
Interactive Activity
This Year 3 Equivalent Fractions Game checks pupils' understanding of equivalent fractions.
This Equivalent Fractions 1 Game checks pupils’ understanding of recognising equivalent fractions.
2 Varied Fluency
This differentiated worksheet includes varied fluency questions for pupils to practise the main skill of this lesson.
This Year 4 Equivalent Fractions Flash Cards Game aims to support pupils' knowledge of fractions.
This Year 4 Equivalent Fractions Game includes five questions designed to check pupils' understanding of finding and recognising equivalent fractions.
This Year 4 Equivalent Fractions 1 Game checks pupils' understanding of finding equivalent fractions.
2 Reasoning & Problem Solving
This equivalent fractions 1 extension task includes a challenge activity which can be used to further pupils' understanding of the concepts taught in the equivalent fractions 1 lesson.
Mixed Practice
This worksheet includes varied fluency, reasoning and problem solving questions for pupils to practise the main skill of equivalent fractions 1.
This differentiated worksheet includes reasoning and problem solving questions to support the teaching of this step.
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This worksheet includes two discussion problems which can be used in pairs or small groups to further pupils' understanding of the concepts taught in this lesson.
This Year 4 Equivalent Fractions Maths Challenge has been designed to help pupils develop their problem-solving skills and their ability to recognise equivalent fractions.
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Y4 Fractions and Decimals Lesson 12 - Word Problems - Year 4
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Age range: 7-11
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This is a complete lesson pack with high quality resources for Year 4 Fractions and Decimals- Word Problems.
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The lesson forms a part of a series of lessons on Fractions and Decimals . Other lessons in this series are:
- Lesson 1: Equivalent Fractions
- Lesson 2: Fractions of Amounts
- Lesson 3: Calculating Quantities
- Lesson 4: Addition
- Lesson 5: Subtraction
- Lesson 6: Tenths and Hundredths
- Lesson 7: Decimal Equivalents
- Lesson 8: Dividing by 10
- Lesson 9: Dividing by 100
- Lesson 10: Rounding Decimals
- Lesson 11: Comparing Decimals
- Lesson 12: Word Problems
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This is a complete unit pack with high quality resources for Year 4 Fractions and Decimals. It includes 12 lesson packs covering the following topics: * Lesson 1: Equivalent Fractions * Lesson 2: Fractions of Amounts * Lesson 3: Calculating Quantities * Lesson 4: Addition * Lesson 5: Subtraction * Lesson 6: Tenths and Hundredths * Lesson 7: Decimal Equivalents * Lesson 8: Dividing by 10 * Lesson 9: Dividing by 100 * Lesson 10: Rounding Decimals * Lesson 11: Comparing Decimals * Lesson 12: Word Problems Each lesson pack includes: * PowerPoint Presentation * Differentiated Activity Sheets * Challenge Cards * A4 Poster
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Reasoning and Problem Solving - Equivalent Fractions 2 - Year 4 Developing. 4a. 4b. 5a. three equivalent fractions. 5b. three equivalent fractions. 6a.Fraser is looking at the fractions below. The fractions are equivalent because 8 has been added to the numerator and the denominator.
Reasoning and Problem Solving Step 2: Equivalent Fractions 1 National Curriculum Objectives: Mathematics Year 4: (4F2) Recognise and show, using diagrams, families of common equivalent fractions Differentiation: Questions 1, 4 and 7 (Reasoning) Developing Explain if a statement about equivalent fractions is true. Includes doubling the
Download this mastery teaching pack written specifically for year 4 to complement the White Rose Maths small step 'Equivalent Fractions (1)'. Great for developing your pupils' fluency, reasoning and problem-solving skills.This mastery teaching pack on equivalent fractions for year 4 will engage your class and ensure that they develop a solid understanding of the topic. Not only does it support ...
This teacher-created PlanIt Maths lesson pack teaches children how to find equivalent fraction families using fraction walls and bar models. Children are asked to apply their new knowledge by completing reasoning and problem-solving activities which explore equivalent fraction families. This lesson covers the year 4 national curriculum aim: 'Recognise and show, using diagrams, families of ...
Exploring Fractions. Introduction. At NRICH, our aim is to offer rich tasks which develop deep understanding of mathematical concepts. Of course, by their very nature, rich tasks will also provide opportunities for children to work like a mathematician and so help them develop their problem-solving skills alongside this conceptual understanding.
Subject: Mathematics. Age range: 7-11. Resource type: Worksheet/Activity. File previews. pdf, 365.44 KB. docx, 35.24 KB. A selection of questions to practise converting between equivalent fractions that include opportunities for some problem solving, the use of a variety of mathematical terminology and some deeper thinking about the topic.
Included in this teaching pack is a PowerPoint carefully leading the children through fluency, reasoning and problem-solving for this area of learning, with many visual representations and number lines for children to use. The questions had some mistakes with numbers on the number line jumped from 1 to 3 and 1/4 number line should have started ...
Reasoning and Problem Solving Step 3: Equivalent Fractions 2 National Curriculum Objectives: Mathematics Year 4: (4F2) Recognise and show, using diagrams, families of common equivalent fractions Differentiation: Questions 1, 4 and 7 (Reasoning) Developing Identify and explain which fraction is the odd one out. Includes 3 options and
This set of worksheets is for Year 4, Spring Block 3 (Fractions), focusing on the second and third small steps of equivalent fractions. Details of how it has been differentiated can be found below: • 1 Star sheet (Working Towards Expected Level): Be able to identify, reason and solve problems involving simple equivalent fractions where the ...
This in-depth maths investigation is an open-ended problem solving activity for Year 4 children. It can be used to support teaching towards the objectives: Equivalent fractions; simplest form; +/-. In-depth Investigation: Best score for me! Children find equivalent fractions to cross numbers on a 6 x 6 square.
Pattern Blocks Task Cards-Pattern blocks are another great way to explore and learn about equivalent fractions. These task cards are a great place to go after children have a basic understanding of equivalent fractions. They will definitely get your kiddos thinking and problem-solving, and quickly reveal any misconceptions.
Doughnut Percents. Age 7 to 14. Challenge Level. A task involving the equivalence between fractions, percentages and decimals which depends on members of the group noticing the needs of others and responding. These KS2 tasks encourage learners to take a closer look at fractions.
So, equivalent fractions are the fractions that have a different numerator and denominator but are equal to the same value. For example, 2/4 and 3/6 both are equal to 1/2. For more help with teaching the topic of equivalent fractions, you can use this brilliant lesson pack: Year 4 Diving into Mastery: Equivalent Fractions (1) Teaching Pack.
Year 4 KS2 Maths Fractions learning resources for adults, children, parents and teachers. ... Equivalent fractions. ... Problem solving with fractions.
Reasoning and Problem Solving Fractions of a Quantity Reasoning and Problem Solving Fractions of a Quantity Developing 1a. 2 eggs, 60g of oats, 30ml of milk, 1 banana. 2a. Tom needs 4 potatoes because 16 ÷ 4 = 4 and 4 x 1 = 4. 3a. Chuan is correct. Alice has taken one fifth away from 35. Expected 4a. 3 eggs, 150g of self-raising flour, 75g of
Equivalent fractions Fractions greater than 1 Add 2 or more fractions Subtract 2 fractions Subtract from whole amounts Calculate fractions of a quantity Problem solving -calculate quantities National Curriculum Objectives Mathematics Year 4: (4F2) Recognise and show, using diagrams, families of common equivalent fractions
Reasoning and Problem Solving Step 1: What is a Fraction? National Curriculum Objectives: Mathematics Year 4: (4F2) Recognise and show, using diagrams, families of common equivalent fractions. Differentiation: Questions 1, 4 and 7 (Problem Solving) Developing Find the odd one out and redraw the unit fraction; using objects, shapes and number ...
This Year 4 Equivalent Fractions 1 lesson covers the prior learning of using number lines to identify equivalent fractions, before moving onto the main skill of using fraction strips to find equivalent fractions. ... This worksheet includes varied fluency, reasoning and problem solving questions for pupils to practise the main skill of ...
KS2 Equivalent Fractions Resource Pack. Equivalent Fraction Loop Cards. Fractions Challenge Cards. Find Families of Equivalent Fractions Differentiated Maths Worksheet. Use these fun differentiated challenge cards to teach your class about equivalent fractions. Each card features questions for your Maths students to solve.
Age range: 7-11. Resource type: Worksheet/Activity. File previews. docx, 20.27 KB. pptx, 230.89 KB. There is a PPT with equivalent fraction word problems on there so you can guide their understanding. There is also an activity sheet with a range of word problems and activities that challenge the children's understanding of equivalent fractions.
This is the second of a set of two lessons on solving problems involving fractions. It includes a lesson plan, presentation and differentiated worksheets. This pack aligns with the mathematics content descriptions from the Australian Curriculum (AC9M4N03 and AC9M4N04). Show more. fractions year 4 equivalent fractions problem solving year 4 ...
This in-depth maths investigation is an open-ended problem solving activity for Year 4 children. It can be used to support teaching towards the objectives: Equivalent fractions; solve fraction problems. In-depth Investigation: Fancy Fraction Answers Children find non-unit fractions of multiples and look for patterns.
Y4 Unit Bundle Fractions and Decimals - Year 4. This is a complete unit pack with high quality resources for Year 4 Fractions and Decimals. It includes 12 lesson packs covering the following topics: * Lesson 1: Equivalent Fractions * Lesson 2: Fractions of Amounts * Lesson 3: Calculating Quantities * Lesson 4: Addition * Lesson 5: Subtraction * Lesson 6: Tenths and Hundredths * Lesson 7 ...