Fractions Hands-on Learning | Printable

Fractions Hands-on Learning | Low-prep games and activities | printable

Low-prep, printable games and activities using the Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract approach to understanding fractions. Includes topics such as adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators, mixed numbers and improper fractions. Each topic is introduced thoroughly with ideas for activities and engaging hands-on learning to help your students understand the difficult concepts. I have also noted common misconceptions and mistakes to look out for so you can prevent them from becoming an issue.

What’s Inside:
➜ Clear Explanations: Thorough explanations about fractions and how to work with them, ensuring you have the knowledge you need to teach effectively.
➜ Practical Activities: Engaging, hands-on activities that make fractions come alive for your students.
➜ Interactive Games: Exciting games featuring fraction bars, fraction circles, and number cards to foster deeper understanding.
➜ Versatile Resources: Fraction circles, fraction bars, number cards, and number spinners included for easy classroom use.

Highlights:
➜ Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract Method: My approach bridges the gap between play-based learning and traditional written techniques, ensuring clear comprehension.
➜ Interactive Learning: This resource does not include worksheets! It promotes hands-on learning through interactive games.
➜ Comprehensive Coverage: From making fractions to simplifying, comparing, and operations, this unit covers it all.
➜ Teacher-Friendly: Authored by a qualified teacher and maths tutor, this resource is designed for easy implementation.

Contents:
• Stages of Learning
• What are fractions?
• Making fractions
• Fraction of a number
• Types of fractions
• Equivalent fractions
• Simplifying fractions
• Comparing fractions
• Adding and Subtracting fractions with like and unlike denominators
• Multiplying fractions
• Dividing fractions
• Resources - number cards, fraction bars, fraction circles, games boards.

Who It’s For:
Ideal for 5th grade and Key Stage 2 or 3 students, but suitable for anyone who struggles with fractions.

This resource has been adapted from my book “Fractions for Parents: taking the fear out of homework” which would be a perfect companion for students to gain further practise at home with their parents’ support.