Simply Mathtastic

These vocabulary cards are used in my fractions unit. The words include fraction, numerator, denominator, fraction bar, improper fraction, equivalent fraction, mixed number, simplest form, like fraction, unlike fraction, and unit fraction. Each card contains a definition and an example. I made these to save time because it is much easier to print them on card stock or have them paste them to an index card than to have them write out vocabulary as called for in my curriculum guide.

To get extra practice simplifying fractions, I created this sort activity so that students can cut and paste. I have them simplify all of the fractions first then give the sort sheet after they have completed the simpifying. This could also be used as a center.

This power point takes the kids through the process of comparing fractions over a two day period. Comparing first with like numerators, then like denominators then by cross multiplication. I've included a slide breakdown so that you can follow my train of thought. I've also included the greater than, less than and equal to signs that I print on cardstock and laminate and use throughout the year. CCS: MA.4.M.4.6

This is a great activity I use during my fractions unit because I am usually on my fraction unit around Easter time each year. The kids love it. I use it as a take home project. It could be completed as a class project but it does take considerable time to do the coloring, drawing, cutting and pasting. I've supplied a completed page for you. I only allow my students to use an adjective one time within the book and it makes the reading a lot more enjoyable. Although there is no thumbnail for

This power point is used to introduce fractions. I've taken the lesson and broken it into 3 sections. The first section defines fractions, identifies the numerator and denominator, describes the function of the numerator, and the function of the denominator. In the second section, students identify the numerator or denominator of fractions and students create fraction stories that coincide with a picture on the slide. I've added this to the lesson this year since my district is focusing on s

I created this fun game as an early finisher activity. With the purchase of this game, you get a set of fraction/decimal cards (about the size of a playing card) for tenths and a set for hundredths. Print them on cardstock and laminate. Then students shuffle the cards and lay them flat. They try to match the fraction with the corresponding decimal card. When they make a match, they keep the set and get a point. Play continues until all the cards are matched. When I first had my students pla

Students will solve 24 fractional parts of a set problems. If correct, part of the Easter themed mystery picture will appear. If incorrect, nothing will appear and student may try again. The objective is to have a completed picture. Great for stations, homework or independent practice. Setting screen to 90% allows to see all problems and pics.

Students will determine if 30 fractions or fraction models are greater than, less than or equal to 1/2. If student answers correctly, part of the mystery picture will appear. If answered incorrectly, nothing will appear and student may try again. 15 of the fractions are shown as a fraction model and the other 15 are given as a fraction. The theme of the picture is love birds because this skill is usually taught around Valentine's Day but does not have to be used as a Valentine activity. I l