What do you know about the fraction ?
Stand up if it is a whole number.
Put a hand up if it can be simplified.
Nod your head if it is equal to a recurring decimal.
Hum if it is an improper fraction.
Sway from side to side if it is greater than a half.
This is a visual aid designed to be projected onto a whiteboard for whole class exposition. Click on the blue buttons to hide statements which would not be appropriate for your class.
Visual AidFraction Wall The traditional fraction wall diagram showing the relationship between simple fractions. Click the bricks to change their colour. |
ActivityEquivalent Fractions Practise finding equivalent fractions numerically and in fraction diagrams. A colourful was to learn about the properties of fractions. |
ChallengeFraction Line Arrange the fractions in order from smallest to largest. Three different drag-and-drop challenges requiring an understanding of fractions. |
InvestigationVinculum Find fractions which are larger than the previous fraction but less than one. A worthwhile investigation of strategies. |
ExerciseFractions Do these four operations fractions calculations using pen and paper to help with the working out. |
PresentationFractions Decimals Percentages Revise the methods for converting fractions to decimals and percentages. |
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Monday, November 15, 2010
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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
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