Multiplying Fractions by Whole Numbers Activity Math Project Based Learning 5th

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"This activity was a fun way for students to think about planning using fractions and get creative with where to put things. Really sparked discussion, worked in teams."

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"This was a great resource! It was well organized, easy for my students to understand, and required very little prep. My class was engaged and the activity supported our learning goals perfectly. I will definitely use more resources from this seller!"

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Description

Mission: Design a Park is a performance task that allows students to creatively practice multiplying a fraction by a whole number. Students follow the given criteria to determine the amount of space each park amenity requires. This activity is intended to be used after teaching multiplying fractions.

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Introduction presentation (Google Slides™ file, but can be downloaded as a PDF or PPT)
Teacher instructions
Performance task (2 worksheets)
Answer key
Example of the completed task

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Multiplying Fractions by Whole Numbers Activity Math Project Based Learning 5th

Name: Multiplying Fractions by Whole Numbers Activity Math Project Based Learning 5th
Brand: The Learning Effect
SKU: 3617328
Price: 4.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.86 (187 reviews)

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Digital downloads

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Grades

5th

Subjects

Fractions, Math

Standards

CCSS5.NF.B.4a

CCSSMP4

CCSSMP5

What others say

"This activity was a fun way for students to think about planning using fractions and get creative with where to put things. Really sparked discussion, worked in teams."

Mary Kay K.

Sarah M.

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Description

⭐ BUNDLE & SAVE ⭐

Save 25% by purchasing this resource in a bundle with my best-selling fraction resources

THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES

Introduction presentation (Google Slides™ file, but can be downloaded as a PDF or PPT)
Teacher instructions
Performance task (2 worksheets)
Answer key
Example of the completed task

INCLUDED FILE FORMATS

PDF: This resource requires Adobe Reader (free software). The contents may not show correctly if using other PDF software.
Google Slides™: To access the Google Slides™ version, you need to have a (free) Google account. The included PDF contains a link to access the digital resource.

PLEASE NOTE

⚠️ The files are NOT editable in any way, and you will not be able to manipulate the content inside.

⚠️ This resource is NOT listed with the TpT Google Drive tool. You will need to manually make a copy of the Google file with the link in the PDF you download after you purchase.

CLICK HERE to follow The Learning Effect and be the first to know when NEW resources are added to my store!

New resources are always discounted for the first 48 hours.

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Please ask ALL questions before purchasing.

Permission to copy for single classroom use only.

Please purchase additional licenses at a discounted rate for additional users.

Intended for classroom and personal use only.

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May 26, 2026

My class loved this resource... Thank you so much.

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623 reviews • New Jersey

Grades taught: PreK, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Fun Project!

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May 12, 2026

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This activity was a fun way for students to think about planning using fractions and get creative with where to put things. Really sparked discussion, worked in teams.

Mary Kay K.

85 reviews • Ohio

Grades taught: 5th

Great for early finishers

Rated 5 out of 5

April 24, 2026

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Standards-aligned

This was a great activity to keep my fast finishers engaged while still doing some math.

Sara V.

276 reviews • Pennsylvania

Grades taught: 4th

Student populations: Learning difficulties

Great resource

Rated 5 out of 5

March 29, 2026

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Students really enjoyed this project. Great way to practice this standard!

Christie B.

294 reviews • Ohio

Grades taught: 5th

Student populations: Learning difficulties

Nice PBL for Review

Rated 4 out of 5

March 17, 2026

I used this during math groups and the students enjoyed the project overall!

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282 reviews • West Virginia

Grades taught: 5th

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March 17, 2026

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I bought this to use as a project for some of my fast finishers. It worked great!

Kathy D.

58 reviews • Ohio

Grades taught: 5th

This was a great resource!

Rated 5 out of 5

March 6, 2026

Met expectations

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Standards-aligned

This was a great resource! It was well organized, easy for my students to understand, and required very little prep. My class was engaged and the activity supported our learning goals perfectly. I will definitely use more resources from this seller!

Sarah M.

119 reviews

Grades taught: PreK, K, 1st, 2nd

A fun way to practice multiplying whole numbers by fractions

Rated 5 out of 5

March 3, 2026

Met expectations

Great value

Standards-aligned

I love that this resource involved students solving what could be a real world problem: using area to help plan and design a park. It also required problem solving skills to make sure each section of the park could fit onto the area sheet provided. My 5th grade students had a lot of fun with this!

Amanda S.

10 reviews

Grades taught: 5th

Questions & Answers

Standards

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CCSS5.NF.B.4a

Interpret the product (𝘢/𝘣) × 𝘲 as a parts of a partition of 𝘲 into 𝘣 equal parts; equivalently, as the result of a sequence of operations 𝘢 × 𝘲 ÷ 𝘣. For example, use a visual fraction model to show (2/3) × 4 = 8/3, and create a story context for this equation. Do the same with (2/3) × (4/5) = 8/15. (In general, (𝘢/𝘣) × (𝘤/𝘥) = 𝘢𝘤/𝘣𝘥.)

CCSSMP4

Model with mathematics. Mathematically proficient students can apply the mathematics they know to solve problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace. In early grades, this might be as simple as writing an addition equation to describe a situation. In middle grades, a student might apply proportional reasoning to plan a school event or analyze a problem in the community. By high school, a student might use geometry to solve a design problem or use a function to describe how one quantity of interest depends on another. Mathematically proficient students who can apply what they know are comfortable making assumptions and approximations to simplify a complicated situation, realizing that these may need revision later. They are able to identify important quantities in a practical situation and map their relationships using such tools as diagrams, two-way tables, graphs, flowcharts and formulas. They can analyze those relationships mathematically to draw conclusions. They routinely interpret their mathematical results in the context of the situation and reflect on whether the results make sense, possibly improving the model if it has not served its purpose.

CCSSMP5

Use appropriate tools strategically. Mathematically proficient students consider the available tools when solving a mathematical problem. These tools might include pencil and paper, concrete models, a ruler, a protractor, a calculator, a spreadsheet, a computer algebra system, a statistical package, or dynamic geometry software. Proficient students are sufficiently familiar with tools appropriate for their grade or course to make sound decisions about when each of these tools might be helpful, recognizing both the insight to be gained and their limitations. For example, mathematically proficient high school students analyze graphs of functions and solutions generated using a graphing calculator. They detect possible errors by strategically using estimation and other mathematical knowledge. When making mathematical models, they know that technology can enable them to visualize the results of varying assumptions, explore consequences, and compare predictions with data. Mathematically proficient students at various grade levels are able to identify relevant external mathematical resources, such as digital content located on a website, and use them to pose or solve problems. They are able to use technological tools to explore and deepen their understanding of concepts.