Making Half
Making Half Finding Half Using Fraction Bars Before diving into equivalent fractions, I have found that letting students explore by building ½ with fraction bars helps build a foundation … Read more
Fractions Introduction
Fractions Introduction Start off with a quick conversation to activate prior knowledge *tip: have visual pictures available for students to see“Where and where do we … Read more
A Twist on Multiple Fact Fluency
A Twist on Multiple Fact Fluency I usually stick to chants when it comes to helping students memorize their multiples but I’ve found students love … Read more
Comparing Fractions Chant
Comparing Fractions Chant Need a chant to help with comparing fractions? Here is a chant that encompasses not just the skill but the conceptual understanding! … Read more
Multiplying Fractions: Keeping the Skill in Context
Multiplying Fractions: Keeping the Skill in Context I have found my students struggling to grasp the act of multiplying and dividing fractions conceptually. One suggestion … Read more
Pizza Fractions – Unit Fractions
Pizza Fractions – Unit Fractions I always start with this activity as a foundation for comparing unit fractions. Every year, this activity is a huge hit with … Read more
Do we just add a zero at the end?
Do we just add a zero at the end? Creating number sense is something students struggle with throughout their elementary school career – I know … Read more
The Fellowship of the Classroom
The Fellowship of the Classroom I love the Lord of the Rings series. One of my favorite aspects of the story is how the eclectic … Read more
Multiplying Decimals | Why does it get smaller?
Multiplying Decimals | Why does it get smaller? We were doing a lesson on multiplying decimals with models when a student asked a question: “Why … Read more
Comparing Fractions with Common Denominators & Common Numerators
Comparing Fractions with Common Denominators & Common Numerators If students understand what a fraction is and have a good understanding of comparing unit fractions, comparing … Read more