Fractions on a Shoestring
Folding paper fractions to make a display along the length of a shoestring is a memorable activity that provides students an easy way to think about fractions.
What makes Equivalent Fractions so Important?
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Finding Equivalent Fractions
Starting with unit fractions or proper fractions in the simplest form, show your students how to multiply those numbers by one to make a row of equivalent fractions.
Teaching Equivalent Fractions: Getting Started
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Seven Research Based Strategies for Success
What can you do in your class to support your students’ understanding of fractions & rational numbers Comprehending fractions, decimals, & rational numbers, plus knowing how to use them accurately when making calculations is important. Learning about fractions is arguably one of the most challenging academic topics facing the students in your math class this year. You are committed to helping them achieve their best, so now what?
Illustrated Number lines
Illustrated numbers lines are not just for elementary school. Students of any age would enjoy creating one.