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Lesson Plan
University of Texas

Inside Mathematics: Leapfrog Fractions [Pdf]

For Teachers 2nd - 5th Standards
This task challenges a student to use their knowledge and understanding of ways to represent numbers and fractions in order to add fractions.
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Lesson Plan
University of Texas

Inside Mathematics: Picking Fractions [Pdf]

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
This task challenges a student to demonstrate understanding of the concept of equivalent fractions.
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Lesson Plan
University of Texas

Inisde Mathematics: Sewing [Pdf]

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
This task challenges students to demonstrate understanding of the relationships between fractions, decimals and percents.
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Whiteboard
Other

Active Maths Limited: Fractions, Decimals & Percentages

For Students 3rd - 8th
Here are two excellent, interactive, teaching resources that visually demonstrate equivalent fractions, decimals and percentages.
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Whiteboard
Other

Active Maths Limited: Fractions and Decimals: Whiteboard Resources

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Two Fraction Wall interactive activities are an excellent resource for students to visualize equivalent fractions.
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Interactive
University of Colorado

University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Build a Fraction

For Students 5th - 9th
Build fractions from shapes and numbers to earn stars in this fractions game or explore in the Fractions Lab.
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Activity
University of Colorado

University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Fraction Matcher

For Students 9th - 10th
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,...
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McGraw Hill

Glencoe: Self Check Chapter Test Fractions and Decimals

For Students 5th - 6th
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.
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Interactive
University of Colorado

University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Fractions Intro

For Students 2nd - 7th
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!
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Interactive
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Nctm: Illuminations: Fraction Game

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Students use their knowledge equivalent fractions and their ability to compare fractions to play this computer based game.
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Unit Plan
Education Development Center

Tune in to Learning: What's a Fraction

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
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.
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Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Retrieving 2/5 of Electro Root

For Students 3rd - 8th
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.
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Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Three Equal Shares

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
In this video segment from Cyberchase, the CyberSquad must divide a wreath into three equal parts to satisfy the demands of the Three Fates.
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Interactive
University of Colorado

University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Build a Fraction

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Interactive fractions game explores equivalent fractions and comparing fractions using numbers and patterns.
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Interactive
University of Colorado

University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Fractions Intro

For Students 3rd - 8th
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.
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Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Fractions Time Line

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A number line showing equivalent fractions.
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Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Fraction Decimal Challenge

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this activity, students explore the meaning and purpose of equivalent fractions. They also practice writing fractions that meet a given criteria.
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Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Smile Mathematics App

For Teachers 6th - 8th
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...
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Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Equal Amounts of Gold

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
In this Cyberchase video segment, the CyberSquad helps Pan and Pin divide up 15 gold bars.
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Math Slice

Math Slice: Fraction Slice Special Test

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
A succinct tool for assessing decimal and fraction concepts. Assessment is scored online. An excellent tool for use as a quick assessment.
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Unit Plan
Beacon Learning Center

Beacon Learning Center: Flowering Fractions

For Students Pre-K - 1st Standards
An interactive web lesson teaches students about fraction concepts such as equivalent and equal parts.
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Website
Primary Resources

Primary Resources: Fractions

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
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.
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Activity
K-5 Math Teaching Resources

K 5 Math Teaching Resources: Pizza for Dinner [Pdf]

For Students 4th - 6th Standards
Explain using equalivalent fractions to determine who ate more pizza.
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Activity
K-5 Math Teaching Resources

K 5 Math Teaching Resources: Creating Equivalent Fractions [Pdf]

For Students 4th - 6th Standards
Use fraction circles or squares to create equivalent fractions.