When you see a flower or a tree in nature do you see the math? This web resource contains many ideas for using fractals in a math class including Sierpinski’s triangle, Koch's Snowflake, and the Jurassic Park Fractal. Additionally, it...

Students translate problem situations into diagrams, models, and numerals using whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, decimals, and percents. They identify that numbers in different forms are equivalent or not equivalent using whole...

Explore fractions using different manipulatives and illustrations. Your class can create a variety of models of fractions and mixed numbers with drawings and manipulatives. They then work to compare fractions, mixed numbers, and whole...

Young learners start out by going to the board to draw lines through shapes to identify halves. Then they are given a square of paper and are directed to fold the paper into halves and then into fourths. They color the halves...

In this fraction instructional activity, learners manipulate paper by folding it to create different shapes and sizes, they explore the concept of fractions, and discuss their observations as a class. This is a great instructional...

In this fraction worksheet, students color in the correct fractional amount given beneath pictures: 1/4, 1/2 and 2/4. A reference web site is given for additional activities.

In this comparing fractions worksheet, students compare fractions with numbers up to 16. Students complete 27 problems by inserting the comparing symbols.

In this fraction worksheet, students express fractions in their lowest terms. This one-page worksheet contains forty fractions to be reduced. Answers are provided at the bottom of the page.

Practice converting decimals into fractions. They draw a 3x3 grid and write in any nine common fractions with denominator 10 or 100 and with numerators 9 or less. The group listens as the teacher call out decimal numbers within the given...

Young mathematicians use fraction names and symbols to describe fractional parts of whole objects or sets of objects. They construct concrete models of fractions, and compare fractional parts of whole objects in a problem situation using...

Students study addition of fractions with like denominators using illustrations and problem solving.

If you are looking for a simple way to review equivalent fractions, this is a great resource. Using a visual means and a series of examples, learners review this skill. There is a worksheet provided and a prompt to encourage pupils to...

While just a simple exploration of fractions, this lesson comes with resources to make it a richer experience. Third graders identify fractions, complete worksheets, and use KidPix to make their own fraction pizzas.

By selecting a number in each of three columns to create a series of numbers arranged from least to greatest value, students will apply correct order rules. Slides include practice of ordering 3 and 4 digit numbers, fractions, mixed...

This fractions PowerPoint defines and gives examples of factors and greatest common factors, then introduces the steps involved in simplifying a fraction. Plenty of guided practice is provided for each step.

Third graders describe, represent and compare fractions using pieces of a chocolate bar.  In this fractions instructional activity, 3rd graders demonstrate how to read and write fractions correctly. Students then integrate...

In this percents and decimals worksheet, students convert percents, decimals and fractions to the stated form.  They translate short percent statements to number sentences and then solve them.  This two-page worksheet...

In this fraction worksheet, students fill in the provided boxes with the given fractions and whole number.  Students must put the fractions in so that the sides of the puzzle equal 2 wholes, students need to knowledge of equivalent...

In this graphing calculator worksheet, learners explore the steps to analyze a complex fraction using a graphing calculator. They simplify a complex fraction to a proper fraction. This four page worksheet contains detailed instructions...

In this care homework worksheet, students add, subtract, multiply and divide integers.  They multiply and divide fractions.  Students complete percent problems and determine the area of polygons.  This three-page...

Students write recipes.  In this recipe lesson, students double and triple recipes.  They perform calculations with fractions, whole numbers and mixed numbers.  They explore cooking websites to find their favorite recipe.

Fourth graders develop a conceptual understanding of fractions and begin to add and subtract fractions with like denominators. Included is a worksheet to assess readiness and a teacher's checklist showing class understanding at a...

In this real numbers worksheet, learners perform the given operation with decimals, whole numbers, and fractions. They find the area and perimeter of circles. Students determine the volume of cylinders. This three-page worksheet contains...

In this fractions worksheet, students express fractions with bigger numerators than denominators as mixed numbers. Students complete 20 fraction problems.