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Fractions in Action

Have your "whole" group get a "piece" of fun in this sweet and tasty math game!
Need extra help for EL students? Try the Discussing Fraction Representations pre-lesson.
Grade:
Third Grade
View aligned standards
3.NF.A.1
Need extra help for EL students? Try the Discussing Fraction Representations pre-lesson.

Learning Objectives

Students will be able to write fractions in mathematical notation and words.

Introduction

(5 minutes)
  • Begin the lesson with an introduction to fractions. Ask your students if they have ever had to share something, such as splitting an apple in half with a friend or a family member.
  • Explain that today the class will learn about fractions by exploring the different parts of a fraction and using key vocabulary.

Beginning

  • Have students share their ideas in their home language (L1).
  • Allow learners to draw images to express their experiences with sharing with others.

Intermediate

  • Encourage students to talk with a partner about instances in which they have shared before they are asked to share with the whole group.
  • Provide a sentence stem, such as "I had to share when ________"