University of Texas
Inside Mathematics: Leapfrog Fractions [Pdf]
This task challenges a student to use their knowledge and understanding of ways to represent numbers and fractions in order to add fractions.
University of Texas
Inside Mathematics: Picking Fractions [Pdf]
This task challenges a student to demonstrate understanding of the concept of equivalent fractions.
University of Texas
Inisde Mathematics: Sewing [Pdf]
This task challenges students to demonstrate understanding of the relationships between fractions, decimals and percents.
Other
Active Maths Limited: Fractions, Decimals & Percentages
Here are two excellent, interactive, teaching resources that visually demonstrate equivalent fractions, decimals and percentages.
Other
Active Maths Limited: Fractions and Decimals: Whiteboard Resources
Two Fraction Wall interactive activities are an excellent resource for students to visualize equivalent fractions.
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Build a Fraction
Build fractions from shapes and numbers to earn stars in this fractions game or explore in the Fractions Lab.
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Fraction Matcher
An interactive simulation that teaches about fractions, equivalent fractions, and mixed numbers through a game of matching shapes and numbers. This simulation can either be downloaded or played online and includes handouts, lesson plans,...
McGraw Hill
Glencoe: Self Check Chapter Test Fractions and Decimals
Students are assessed on fractions and decimals. Topics include greatest common factor, improper fractions, and fractions as decimals. The self-checking test includes hints and solutions.
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Fractions Intro
Create your own fractions using fun interactive objects. Match shapes and numbers to earn stars in the fractions games. Challenge yourself on any level you like. Try to collect lots of stars!
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Illuminations: Fraction Game
Students use their knowledge equivalent fractions and their ability to compare fractions to play this computer based game.
Education Development Center
Tune in to Learning: What's a Fraction
Use this interactive lesson to learn about fractions. You will find equivalent fractions, compare fractions, and more. Immediate feedback is given to your answers. Links to related videos.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Retrieving 2/5 of Electro Root
In this video segment from Cyberchase, Jackie and Inez figure out how to break an Electro-Root into 2/5, one of the ingredients for the antidote to Motherboard's virus.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Three Equal Shares
In this video segment from Cyberchase, the CyberSquad must divide a wreath into three equal parts to satisfy the demands of the Three Fates.
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Build a Fraction
Interactive fractions game explores equivalent fractions and comparing fractions using numbers and patterns.
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Fractions Intro
The virtual simulation allows users to explore the features of fractions while playing this fun interactive game. Learn about numerators, denominators, number lines, and picture patterns.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Fractions Time Line
A number line showing equivalent fractions.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Fraction Decimal Challenge
In this activity, students explore the meaning and purpose of equivalent fractions. They also practice writing fractions that meet a given criteria.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Smile Mathematics App
This App contains five games that reinforce skills from the number and operations, geometry, and measurement standards. These games help students build skills in ordering numbers, choosing equivalent fractions, estimating and drawing...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Equal Amounts of Gold
In this Cyberchase video segment, the CyberSquad helps Pan and Pin divide up 15 gold bars.
Math Slice
Math Slice: Fraction Slice Special Test
A succinct tool for assessing decimal and fraction concepts. Assessment is scored online. An excellent tool for use as a quick assessment.
Beacon Learning Center
Beacon Learning Center: Flowering Fractions
An interactive web lesson teaches students about fraction concepts such as equivalent and equal parts.
Primary Resources
Primary Resources: Fractions
An extensive selection of teacher resources dealing with fractions at many different levels. There are worksheets, PowerPoints, smartboard presentations, activities, Excel, Word, and pdf files for the teacher's use.
K-5 Math Teaching Resources
K 5 Math Teaching Resources: Pizza for Dinner [Pdf]
Explain using equalivalent fractions to determine who ate more pizza.
K-5 Math Teaching Resources
K 5 Math Teaching Resources: Creating Equivalent Fractions [Pdf]
Use fraction circles or squares to create equivalent fractions.