Equivalent Fractions

Module 4, Lesson 1
Extra Practice

This differentiation activity gives students an opportunity to practice generating equivalent fractions.

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Dividing Fractions with Multiplication

5.NF.7,7a
Module 9
Differentiation Activity

Students draw a card and roll a dice to again create a division expression with the whole number as the dividend.  Students work together to find the relationship between division and multiplication.

Fraction Cards

Division/Multiplication of Fractions

5.NF.7,7a
Module 9
Differentiation Activity

Students roll the dice and draw a card.  They then write out the division expression and the matching multiplication expression.  They solve the problem together.

Fraction Cards  (download to see the fractions)

Fraction Assessment Addition

Looking for a little more formative assessment for students?   Janeal has created two mini fraction assessments for teacher use.  She plans on using it in a classroom as a version A & B to minimize student copying, but they can be used as a pre and post or even exit slips.

Fraction Assessment Printable

Subtracting Fractions (Related Denominators)

5.NF.1
Module 7
Differentiation Activity

Partners will each draw two cards and find the difference between the two fractions.  They may use the number line to help.  If the student can correctly find the difference, they are awarded 1 points if their fractions had the same denominator or two points if they had related denominators.  After five rounds, the student with the most points is the winner.

Fraction Cards
Number Line Fifths
Recording Sheet

Improper Fractions and Mixed Number Equivalents

5.NF.1
Module 4

Student can use the cards to play memory or other mix and match games.  They can also use the cards to add and subtraction fractions.

Fraction Cards