Fraction Basics | 5-Lesson Unit on Foundational Fraction Concepts

The Fraction Basics Unit is a comprehensive five-lesson sequence designed to help students develop a strong foundation in fractions. Through interactive activities, visual models, and real-world applications, students will build confidence in understanding and working with fractions. Each lesson progressively develops key fraction concepts, making this unit ideal for grades 3-5 and aligned with Common Core standards.

Lesson 1: Introduction to Fractions – Students learn the fundamentals of fractions, including fraction notation, partitioning shapes into equal parts, and identifying numerators and denominators.

Lesson 2: Representing Fractions – This lesson explores different ways to represent fractions using visual models, number lines, and real-world examples to deepen conceptual understanding.

Lesson 3: Understanding Equivalent Fractions – Students discover how to identify and generate equivalent fractions using multiplication, division, and fraction models.

Lesson 4: Comparing Fractions – This lesson teaches students to compare fractions using benchmarks, common denominators, and number line strategies.

Lesson 5: Solving Fraction Word Problems – In the final lesson, students apply their fraction skills to solve real-world word problems involving fraction operations.

Each lesson can be used independently or as part of the full sequence for a complete learning experience.

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