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I have taught fourth grade for 9 years in public school and third grade in a charter school for 3 years. Prior to my full time teaching career I was a paraprofessional for a teacher of the deaf for grades 1 and 2 for a year, and a preschool teacher for 2 years.
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Math: Fractions

Preview of Fraction Line Plot Worksheets

Fraction Line Plot Worksheets

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Do your students need more practice learning to make a line plot to display a data set of measurements in fractions of a unit? I know when I went over the Common Core Standards CCSS Math 4.MD.B.4 had me scratching my head. We had NO resources to cover it. So I made my own! These two worksheets use contexts that fourth graders are likely to be familiar with when it comes to measurement units and fractional parts. The types of questions vary between reading a line plot, creating a line plot w
Preview of Fraction Line Plot Bundle

Fraction Line Plot Bundle

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Do you want a comprehensive set of Fraction Line Plot resources? This bundle contains task cards, worksheets (perfect for homework or seat work) and an open ended project for higher level thinking. With fun themes such as measuring the sugar in junk food, "how old were you when" line plots, and surveys about extra curricular activities, your students will not only master the standards but attain a grasp of real world applications for fraction line plots. Full Descriptions of Each Product Inc
Preview of Fraction Number Line Worksheets

Fraction Number Line Worksheets

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Are you new to teaching fractions on a number line? I felt like this was a big switch in my instruction and I didn't have enough fraction number lines for my students to practice on. For many of my fourth graders, having them draw number lines was too time consuming and confusing to be worth it, so I made my own! This set of four number line worksheets start out basic, and move into the more challenging. Students practice counting to determine the numerator of each number line (each workshee
Preview of Chocolate Fractions: Equivalent Fractions Activity

Chocolate Fractions: Equivalent Fractions Activity

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This math activity is designed to motivate students as they practice identifying equivalent fractions. The teacher holds up a fraction, the children look for a chocolate bar that represents an equivalent fraction, and if they are correct they earn the chocolate! This math activity was designed for a special "Math Night" and was written so as to be completed by parent volunteers. The instructions (which are more in depth than those above) and materials included would be perfect for a fractions
Preview of Using One Half as a Benchmark Fraction:  Coloring Page

Using One Half as a Benchmark Fraction: Coloring Page

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Are you looking for a fun page to help your students practice using a half as a benchmark fraction? Do you want to reinforce the skill of finding fractions that are equivalent to one half? Do your students love to color? Then this product has you covered! This coloring page has fractions that are equivalent to one half. You could even make this a two day project and ask students to color the other fractions (both less than and greater than one half) another day. The second sheet (I doub
Preview of Fraction of a Set Task Cards Set 2

Fraction of a Set Task Cards Set 2

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Do your students need practice learning to multiply a fraction by a whole number? The concept of what fraction of a set even means is abstract for some students, which makes the algorithm take longer to learn. These division task cards help children practice dividing up numbers into equal groups visually, so they can identify included parts of the set using their models. Simply laminate the task cards, and students can make several attempts at dividing the number. For kids who are afraid to
Preview of Equivalent Fractions Game:  Trading Fractions

Equivalent Fractions Game: Trading Fractions

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In this game, children will learn about equivalent fractions (fractions with unlike denominators) by making "Fair Trades." All the children will start out with a jumble of fractional pieces, although they all add up to the same length (1 whole strip). If all those pieces were rearranged, you would have a strip of halves, another of thirds, sixths, eighths, and twelfths. But in order to get all like denominators, they are going to need to trade with other children. The trick in this a
Preview of Line Up!  Compare and Order Fractions: Pretest/Posttest

Line Up! Compare and Order Fractions: Pretest/Posttest

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This product will get your kids up and moving, talking about fractions, and justifying their responses with reasons and details. There are two ways to divide your class, depending on how many students you have. This game has enough cards for 40 students to play. The common fractions for fourth grade are included (halves, thirds, fourths, fifths, sixths, eighths, ninths, tenths and twelfths). There are also some improper fractions later in the pack if you choose to include them. The desi
Preview of Equivalent Fractions Activities 3 in One Bundle

Equivalent Fractions Activities 3 in One Bundle

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This product contains 3 fun fraction activities to help your students practice finding equivalent fractions. This bundle is more economical than buying each of these activities separately. The activities included are: ❶ Fraction Bingo❷ Chocolate Fractions❸ Trading FractionsThese activities are in Word format so you can change them to meet the individual needs of your class. Each separate product description is listed below. Update: All 3 activities now include digital activities. Each .pdf
Preview of Fraction Line Plots:  Peer Surveys Open Ended Project

Fraction Line Plots: Peer Surveys Open Ended Project

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Are you looking for open ended practice for fraction line plots to challenge your students? This product is designed for students to do the bulk of the work (create thoughtful, thoughtful questions rich with math vocabulary) while the teacher serves as a guide. This project has graphs for 6 separate investigations. In addition to the open ended line plot pages, I have scaffolds in place for students who need them: ✅ Sample questions ✅ Sentence stems for questions (perfect for English Language
Preview of Math Fractions Games for Kids:  Bingo

Math Fractions Games for Kids: Bingo

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Are you looking for math fractions games that you can play with the whole class or a small group? Try Fraction Bingo! You can reinforce different math concepts depending on which "answer guide" you read from. So whether you are looking for adding fractions games, equivalent fractions games, or simply identifying fractions games, this product will meet your needs. Update: This product now includes digital activities. The .pdf contains a link to the Google Slide version. This product includ
Preview of Fractions Unit for Fourth Grade

Fractions Unit for Fourth Grade

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This fraction unit covers current fourth grade standards. If your old fractions lessons are in need of an update, take a look at the preview! Lessons are presented in easy to read, narrative format. Photos of classroom implementation are included. You'll see anchor charts as well as hands on activities to help you support your own students. Objectives covered:✅ Hands on activities to find equivalents for one half ✅ Helping students discover and create their own algorithm to find equivalent fra
Preview of Fraction Circles Clipart {Commercial Use}

Fraction Circles Clipart {Commercial Use}

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This set of fraction circles contains halves, thirds, fourths, sixths, eighths, and twelfths. They're perfect for creating materials to teach equivalent fractions; this set has all the most common fractions for upper elementary CCSS. So if you're looking for those elusive 12ths in your fraction clipart set, this is the one for you! You may use these for your own classroom as well as for commercial use. This product contains:✅ 42 .jpg files ✅ 42 .png files (these have transparent back
Preview of Fraction of a Set Task Cards Bundle of 3

Fraction of a Set Task Cards Bundle of 3

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Do your students need practice learning to multiply a fraction by a whole number? This product contains 3 different levels of complexity for finding the fraction of a set. This bundle is great for scaffolding during a unit on fractions, as well as allowing you to differentiate instruction for your class during a learning center activity. ✅ Update: Teachers Pay Teachers has included a digital overlay. This means you can upload it directly to your Google Classroom from this site. Students ca
Preview of Fractions Font and Fraction Circle Graphics {Value Pack}

Fractions Font and Fraction Circle Graphics {Value Pack}

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Do you want to make your own fractions worksheets? This product contains fraction circle graphics and a fraction font in a single, discounted bundle! ❶ Common Fractions and Improper Fractions Font Do you hate making fraction worksheets? I used to also, until I made myself an easy to use fraction font! It was designed with fourth grade Common Core Standards in mind: ✅ By following the diagonals (shown in color on the character map) you can easily keep denominators the same for a problem you a
Preview of Fraction of a Set Task Cards Set 1

Fraction of a Set Task Cards Set 1

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Do your students need practice learning to multiply a fraction by a whole number? These task cards introduce students to the concept of what fraction of a set means by using division. This activity helps children practice dividing up numbers into equal groups visually, so they can identify included parts of the set using their models. This set starts students off slow, so in EVERY problem the numerator is 1 (hence, there is no multiplying yet. Sets 2 and 3 have varied numerators). Simply lami
Preview of Fraction and Decimal Race Board Games

Fraction and Decimal Race Board Games

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Looking for a simple game that will help your students practice using number lines for fractions and decimals? Number Line Long Jump games include SEVEN concepts in one format! This game has easy to learn rules, and kids can play several rounds (for repeated practice) in a short period of time. Best of all, differentiation is as easy as adding/removing cards. Simply introduce the game with the first set of cards after a lesson on fraction number lines. As you teach new fraction concepts you
Preview of Common Fractions and Improper Fractions Font

Common Fractions and Improper Fractions Font

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Do you find making fraction worksheets much too time consuming? I used to also, until I made myself an easy to use fraction font! It was designed with fourth grade Common Core Standards in mind: ✅ By following the diagonals (shown in color on the character map) you can easily keep denominators the same for a problem you are typing, which is handy for review sheets and scaffolding. ✅ Some improper fractions are included for halves through sixths. ✅ Sevenths and elevenths have been eliminated,
Preview of Fraction and Decimal Equivalent Matching Card Games

Fraction and Decimal Equivalent Matching Card Games

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Do your students need practice recognizing fraction and decimal equivalents? Try using visual models! In this simple game (based on the classic "memory" card game) students try to find a "match" between partitioned squares labeled with either a fraction or a decimal. By playing in a group, students will get immediate feedback from their peers who will evaluate whether the amounts are equal or not. There are 4 sets of cards included. Each set has a minimum of 16 cards. The concepts include: ✅
Preview of Equivalent Decimals and Fractions Coloring Pages

Equivalent Decimals and Fractions Coloring Pages

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Do your students need practice identifying equivalent decimals and fractions? Do you need modified assignments to help a variety of learners feel more successful and less frustrated? These decimals coloring pages will not only help you differentiate for different learning needs. When you put them together, they will create a quilt with a variety of squares, illustrating that all learning is beautiful! You will get:✅ Page 1: Varied numbers (52 problems) ✅ Page 2: Varied numbers (52 problems) ✅ P
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Experience

I have taught fourth grade for 9 years in public school and third grade in a charter school for 3 years. Prior to my full time teaching career I was a paraprofessional for a teacher of the deaf for grades 1 and 2 for a year, and a preschool teacher for 2 years.

Teaching style

I am pragmatic so I can meet the needs of my students. I teach my fourth graders about working in groups so they can learn social skills as well as academics. I enjoy the balanced literacy reading and writing program. Some experts who have influenced me are John Collins and Lucy Caulkins. In math I use a combination of note taking and math games to promote understanding of vocabulary and principles as well as practice for applying skills. My district has also recently adopted the Math In Focus (Singapore Math) program. In science and social studies I teach research skills to enhance students' writing as well as reading to learn new information since.

Awards & shining teacher moments

I was awarded grant money that funded the purchase of science materials for 6 classrooms at my school in October of 2012.

My own education history

Bradford College: BA in Psychology, minor in Education; Lesley University: MA in Education

Additional biographical information

I have served on district-wide literacy and science curriculum committees for several years. I have served on school-wide literacy team for several years. I also served as the Second Step (emotional curriculum) school-wide lead teacher.