Lesson 7: Calculating fractions of amounts

Students will explore how to find fractions of amounts through visuals, diagrams and number sentences. Students will apply this knowledge to a problem-solving activity that involves sorting sunken treasure.

Lesson 5: Let’s compare unlike fractions

This lesson explores the concept of comparing fractions with unlike denominators using the lowest common multiple. Students will use their knowledge to find out who won the Ravenous Robot Championship.

Lesson 3: Let’s simplify fractions

Students will learn how to simplify fractions using the greatest common factor. They will complete an activity that involves solving clues to identify Fraction Phil’s true identity.

Lesson 1: Let’s identify fractions

Students will review how to identify fractions and locate them on a number line. You could use this lesson as a pre-assessment or move on to the next lesson, which dives straight into creating equivalent fractions. Students will go on a fraction hunt in the class to find and identify fractions.