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Using Fractions to Compare Amusements Parks By States

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Amuse learners with a lesson on amusement parks and fractions. Using provided census data on the number of amusement parks in each state, third graders represent the fraction of states that fall within a certain range. They create a fraction model and then compare the fractions.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Team up with a social studies teacher for a cross-curricular lesson
Classroom Considerations
  • Pupils should have some familiarity with fractions
  • Note that the fractions in the lesson use a denominator of 50, which is not a value allowed under the Common Core standards for third grade
Pros
  • Lists some ideas for extension activities
  • Provides student worksheets
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