Curated OER
Comparing Fractions with the Same Denominator, Assessment Variation
A short, multiple choice assessment that determines your 3rd graders' ability to correctly compare fractions with like denominators. This quiz asks learners to compare two fractions using words, the greater than/less than symbols, and...
Todd Bowden
Number Line
Arrange these in order on a number line:
95%
1/3
.700
3/5
5/6
50%
.200
Was that too easy? Don't worry! This app gradually gets more difficult.
Intensive Intervention
Fractions as Numbers
Your learners will enjoy thoroughly understanding fractions, and you will appreciate the abundant, quality resources in this comprehensive unit that builds toward a complete understanding of the concept of fractions as numbers. Many...
Education Development Center
Logic of Fractions
Before diving into operations with fractions, learners discover the foundation of fractions and how they interact with one another. Exactly as the title says, logic of fractions is the main goal of a resource that shows pupils how...
Charleston School District
Comparing and Ordering Irrational Numbers on a Number Line
Estimating the value of numbers is much harder than it sounds! Scholars compare and order the value of numbers presented in different forms including fractions, decimals, roots, integers, and pi. This builds on the previous lessons in...
Curated OER
Lesson 3: Number Sense
Learners solve word problems using number sense. They convert fractions to decimals and mixed numbers. Pupils determine if a given fraction is greater or less than another fraction, and order numbers on a number line.
New Mexico State University
Pearl Diver
Dive into the number line. Learners play a computer game that revolves around a number line as they try to collect pearls by diving at locations on a number line. As the game progresses, dive locations change from simple whole numbers to...
Ohio Department of Education
Fraction Models - Grade Three
Explore fractions using different manipulatives and illustrations. Your class can create a variety of models of fractions and mixed numbers with drawings and manipulatives. They then work to compare fractions, mixed numbers, and whole...
Curated OER
Confusing Fractions and Decimals
Eight number lines are given, and math scholars need to place the given decimal numbers on the fraction line as accurately as possible. Each number line shows a different span of numbers. Consider having learners go through it the first...
Curated OER
Dividing with Fractions
Use paper strips or models to relate division problems to division of fraction problems. Since the materials can be broken up, it helps them to show how they can complete repeated subtraction with fractions and not just whole numbers.
Curated OER
Operations with Fractions and Decimals
Complete a lesson that introduces and explores operations with fractions and decimals. Pupils estimate the reasonableness of a decimal computation. Then discuss what operation is needed to find an answer. Handouts, web sources, and other...
Math Salamanders Ltd.
Finding a Half on a Number Line 1
Introduce your math class to fractions with this worksheet. Six number lines are provided, and learners must fill in the missing numbers. Some blanks are whole numbers, and some are half numbers. Numbers up to 48 are shown.
Curated OER
Represent a Fraction on a Number Line
Make fractions easier with a visual representation along a number line. There are eight fractions here for scholars to match to their corresponding number lines. Although this is a good idea, the formatting isn't ideal. Ask kids to...
Curated OER
Understand a Fraction on a Number Line
Each of these fractions has an accompanying number line, segmented only by lines. Scholars match the fractions to the corresponding number line based on how many total segments (denominator) and the line circled (numerator). This...
Curated OER
Exploring Equivalent Fractions
An extensive lesson explores equivalent fractions and is intended for three 60-minute periods. Young mathematicians compare and order fractions with like and unlike denominators. Included are worksheets, assessments, and answer sheets;...
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Decimals and Fractions
Reinforce the concept of fractions and decimals as part of a whole with a lesson that begins with a mixed review, then goes into a three problem guided practice, and ends with a collaborative activity. The guided practice and activity...
Curated OER
Number Line
Explore how to make a number line and how to mark the numbers along the number line using fraction and decimal notation. Your scholars will compare and order fractions and decimals and find their appropriate position on the number line.
EngageNY
Decimal Expansions of Fractions, Part 2
Develop your pupils' understanding of fractions and their decimal equivalence using the 12th lesson in this series. Scholars learn an alternative to long division that results in converting fractions to decimals that emphasize fractional...
Curated OER
Represent Mixed Numbers on a Number Line
See fractions visually with these eight images, each of which has a matching numerical fraction. The images have a row of objects representing the numerator and denominator. This is a nice way to show what a fraction actually means.
University of Minnesota
Fraction Operations and Initial Decimal Ideas
Add another strategy to the toolboxes of young mathematicians with this elementary math lesson on using number lines to add and subtract fractions.
CK-12 Foundation
Fraction and Mixed Number Comparison: Pumpkin Pie
Compare fraction models to fractions on a number line in an interactive that uses pumpkin pies as the model. Pupils look at pumpkin pie models to determine their improper fraction value. They use their knowledge to answer five questions...
Curated OER
Comparing Fractions
The best way to teach students how to compare fractions is using visual means. This instructional activity suggests a variety of ways to help learners understand this concept using a SMART Board, Kidspiration, videos, computer games, and...
Curated OER
Fractions in Action
Investigate equivalent fractions with your class. They compare and order fractions. Then they work cooperatively in groups to experiment and problem solve with fractions using a game format. Multiple resources are provided.
Curated OER
Distances Between Houses
This resource sneaks in the math so your learners will be adding and subtracting positive and negatives on a number line while thinking they are mapping out houses. The activity starts by putting houses the appropriate distance away from...