On this page you'll find a sampling of the many resources on Media4Math that focus on the topic of Fraction Basics. Media4Math is a digital library of over 15,000 resources on all key topics in K-12 math.Subscribers can download these resources. Register and Subscribe today. |
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Definition--Fraction Concepts--Greatest Common Factor (GCF) |
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Greatest Common Factor (GCF)Topic Fractions |
Definition--Fraction Concepts--Improper Fraction |
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Definition--Fraction Concepts--LCD |
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Least Common Denominator (LCD)Topic Fractions |
Definition--Fraction Concepts--Least Common Multiple (LCM) |
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Least Common Multiple (LCM)Topic Fractions |
Definition--Fraction Concepts--Mixed Number |
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Mixed NumbersTopic Fractions |
Definition--Fraction Concepts--Numerator |
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Definition--Fraction Concepts--NumeratorTopic Fractions |
Definition--Fraction Concepts--Proper Fraction |
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Proper FractionTopic Fractions DefinitionA proper fraction is a type of fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator. |
Definition--Fraction Concepts--Unit Fraction |
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Unit FractionTopic Fractions DefinitionA unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer. |
Definition--Numerator |
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NumeratorTopic Fractions |
HTML5 Interactive Game: A Tour of Fraction Land |
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A Tour of Fraction Land
Test your fraction skills with this engaging game. |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples 10 |
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INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples--Dividing Fractions
This set of tutorials provides 15 examples of how to divide fractions. |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples 32 |
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INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples--Multiplying Fractions
This set of tutorials provides 15 examples of how to multiply fractions. |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Simplifying Fractions Using Number Lines |
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INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Simplifying Fractions Using Number Lines
In this tutorial students are shown how to use number lines to not only find equivalent fractions but also to write fractions in simplest form. |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Simplifying Fractions Using the GCF |
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INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Simplifying Fractions Using the GCF
In this tutorial students are shown how to find the GCF of the numerator and denominator and how to use it to simplify a fraction. Note: The download is a PDF version of this tutorial. |
Interactive Crossword Puzzle: Fractions |
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Interactive Crossword Puzzle: Fractions
Review key vocabulary on the topic of fractions with this interactive and printable crossword puzzle. |
Interactive Math Game--Fishing for Fractions |
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Interactive Math Game--Fishing for Fractions
Use this math game to review Equivalent Fractions. Students catch fish by identifying equivalent fractions. This game covers equivalents to the unit fractions, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6, 1/7, and 1/8. |
Interactive Math Game--Fishing for Fractions: Multiplication |
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Interactive Math Game--Fishing for Fractions: Multiplication
Use this math game to review multiplying fractions. Students catch fish by matching fraction expressions and products. |
Interactive Math Game: Pizza Party! (Level 1) |
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Description Have your students practice their fraction skills with this fun game. Students identify the fractional amount of pizza left on a platter. The game randomly generates from over 60 configurations. The game keeps score. Students can input fractions in simplest form or non-simplified. Note: The download is the teacher’s guide. |
Interactive Math Game: Pizza Party! (Level 2) |
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Have your students practice their fraction skills with this fun game. Students identify the amount of pizza that was eaten from a platter. In other words, they determine the complementary fraction. The game randomly generates from over 60 configurations. The game keeps score. Students can input fractions in simplest form or non-simplified. Note: The download is the teacher’s guide. |
Interactive Word Search Puzzle: Fractions Puzzle 1 |
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Interactive Word Search Puzzle: Fractions Puzzle 1
Review key vocabulary on the topic of fractions with this interactive and printable word search puzzle. |
Lesson Plan--Adding and Subtracting Fractions--Lesson 8--Review of Mixed Numbers |
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Lesson Plan: Review of Mixed Numbers In this eighth lesson of the Adding and Subtracting Fractions Unit, students will review the concept of mixed numbers. |
Lesson Plan--Fraction Basics--Lesson 1--What Is a Fraction? |
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Lesson 1--What Is a Fraction? This comprehensive lesson plan introduces elementary students to the fundamental concept of fractions. Designed as the first of five lessons in a unit on fractions, it utilizes engaging resources from Media4Math.com to make learning both interactive and effective. |
Lesson Plan--Fraction Basics--Lesson 2--Fractions on a Number Line |
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Lesson 2--Fractions on a Number Line This lesson plan, the second in a five-part series on fraction basics, introduces elementary students to the powerful concept of using number lines to understand fractions. |
Lesson Plan--Fraction Basics--Lesson 3--Equivalent Fractions |
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Lesson Plan: Equivalent Fractions This engaging lesson introduces students to equivalent fractions, a key concept in developing strong fraction skills. Through interactive activities and visual models, students will learn how different fractions can represent the same value. |
Lesson Plan--Fraction Basics--Lesson 5--Fraction Word Problems |
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Lesson Plan: Solving Fraction Word Problems In this final lesson of the Fraction Basics Unit, students will apply their understanding of fractions to solve real-world word problems. |