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This printable resource helps students understand what it means to find a fraction of a set (2/3 of 15) and to interpret it as multiplication of a fraction by a whole number (2/3 x 15). Included: - handout to prepare students to use a bar model / tape diagram - 40 problems to practice finding a fraction of a whole using tape diagrams / bar models (8 problems per page) - 8 problems to find a whole knowing its part (2/3 of a number is 8. What's the number?) - 8 word problems - answer key These w

This is an engaging digital unit about Maslenitsa, one of the most cheerful holidays in Russia. Students will read about what Maslenitsa is, its traditions, when and why people celebrate it. In their digital travel scrapbooks, students will write about their imaginary trip to Russia during Maslenitsa week. The unit can be assigned for independent/group work in centers while the teacher works with small groups. Table of contents:Reading passage Pre-reading activityVocabulary activity Celebration