Intro to Fractions

Intro to Fractions

Ages 7–10 · 12 lessons · Math

Practice dividing groups into fractions and working with parts of a whole!

Students will learn how to identify fractions of a whole and fractions of a group. Along the way, they’ll learn to write fractions, identify fractions from pictures, and realize the importance of equal parts. Applications include measurements, cooking, buying items on sale and much more!

Lessons

  1. Fractional Slice (Ages 7–9): An introduction to fractions at the local pizzeria!
  2. Half Price at the Fraction Sale (Ages 7–9): Find a great deal and a rare collectible practicing fractions at the big sale!
  3. Partial Mix-Up at the Petting Zoo (Ages 7–9): Some fraction of the animals are in the wrong places. Help sort them out!
  4. Fraction Fun Run (Ages 7–9): Cheer for Troy and track his progress in the Fraction Fun Run!
  5. Naming Written Fractions (Ages 7–9): Use flashcards to practice naming fractions!
  6. Fraction Fundraiser (Ages 7–9): Dish up a slice of pie and learn when fractions are whole numbers!
  7. Sunny With a Chance of Fractions (Ages 7–9): What fraction of the days are snowy? Practice your newscaster voice!
  8. Fraction Astronomy (Ages 7–9): Compare fractions with planets, satellites, stars and more!
  9. Fractions of Groups (Ages 7–9): Use flashcards to practice identifying fractions of groups of animals!
  10. Fraction Picking (Ages 7–9): Grab a snack and practice with fractions greater than 1!
  11. Assembling Fractions (Ages 7–10): Combine fractions and know-how to build something incredible!
  12. Fraction Game Show (Ages 7–10): Step right up and be a contestant in the Fraction Game Show!