Illustrative Mathematics
Doubling Numerators and Denominators
Understanding the meaning of fractions is a challenge for many young learners. These two questions examine what happens when the numerator and denominator of a fraction are doubled. Consider allowing young scholars to discuss their...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Fraction Basics
Gives a very basic overview of fractions and their parts. Discusses adding, multiplying, and finding a common denominator.
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Eworkshop.on.ca: Number Sense and Numeration, Grds 4 6: Fractions [Pdf]
Volume 5 in an eworkshop Guide to Effective Instruction in Math outlines and illustrates instructional strategies for teaching fractions to students in grades 4 through 6. Includes sample learning activities.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Intro to Fractions for Primary Students
This site from the Math Forum is a series of lesson plans with great ideas and an excellent Web site that uses virtual manipulatives with students.
Rice University
More Fun Fractions
In this site, pattern blocks are used to explore fractional relationships among shapes.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Game Chocolate Bars
Use this game to practice finding how many of the chocolate bars (or parts) you will get when you share them with your friends at the party. If you don't figure it out correctly the computer will tell why.