Fraction Numeration
Interactive Resources:
Shape Fractions
Use this tool to explore how to express fractions and display them in different ways. Divide simple
shapes into equal parts. Select regions, then express the area selected as a fraction (or equivalent).
Manually select fractions or choose other options to set variables displayed.
http://www.scootle.edu.au/ec/viewing/L135/index.html
Cassowary fractions
Help a park ranger to arrange fencing in a wildlife sanctuary. Divide common geometric shapes into
equal-sized sections for keeping cassowaries. Group the enclosures to form a quarantine zone for
sick or injured birds. Then express the divisions of the enclosures as fractions. This learning object is
one in a series of two objects.
http://www.scootle.edu.au/ec/viewing/L155/index.html
Comparing fractions: assessment
Test your understanding of fractions. Decide which one of a pair of fractions is larger, or if they are
the same. Answer 9 or 12 questions, depending on your answers. Receive a report showing all of
your answers. This assessment object is one in a series of two objects.
http://www.scootle.edu.au/ec/viewing/L7736/index.html
Neighbourhood fractions
Help a town planner to design site plans. Assign regions on a 10x20 grid for different uses. Calculate
the percentage and the fraction of the total site used for each region. Use a number line to display
fractions and equivalent decimals. Design site plans for a: 1. Neighbourhood; 2. City; 3. Farm. This
learning object is a combination of three objects in a series.
http://www.scootle.edu.au/ec/viewing/L125/index.html
Exploring fractions
Use partially filled measuring cups to explore fractions: improper, mixed and equivalent fractions.
For example, select six cups which are one-quarter full to balance one and a half cups. Or achieve an
equivalent result by selecting three cups, which are half full.
http://www.scootle.edu.au/ec/viewing/L6542/index.html
Fraction track
This interactive multimedia website helps students learn about equivalent fractions by their moving
sliders to the end of each fraction track in the least number of moves. It is part of the Count Me In
Too numeracy project.
http://www.curriculumsupport.education.nsw.gov.au/countmein/children_fraction_track.html
Videos:
Hard to Teach - Starting Off with Fractions
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWerjWcO2k8
Lesson Guides:
TIMES Module 14: Number and Algebra: fractions - teacher guide
This is a 16-page guide for teachers that provides an introduction to fractions. It covers ordering, the
four basic arithmetic operations, cancelling, writing in simplest form, the use of the area model for
multiplication and the use of the number line for ordering, adding and subtracting. A history of the
development of fractions concludes the module.
http://www.amsi.org.au/teacher_modules/fractions.html
Top drawer teachers: fractions
This is a web page that comprehensively covers the teaching of the conceptual understanding of
fractions through links to six sections. The first section covers the ‘Big ideas’ behind fractions, while
the second section uses research findings to identify some common misunderstandings when
learning fractions. The third explores good teaching practice and is linked to a series of student
activities. There is also a section for assessment and a ‘downloads’ section, which contains
worksheets, templates, video transcripts and sample problems. The final section is a collection of the
many diverse classroom activities that appear throughout the 'drawer'.
http://topdrawer.aamt.edu.au/Fractions
Fractions
Volume 5: Fractions provides a discussion of mathematical models and instructional strategies that
support student understanding of fractions and sample learning activities dealing with fractions for
Grades 4, 5, and 6.
http://www.eworkshop.on.ca/edu/resources/guides/NSN_vol_5_Fractions.pdf
Fractions greater than 1.
Activities to demonstrate naming quantities greater than 1 with fractions and mixed numbers.
https://inside.seattleschools.org/area/math/MIGs/grade4/Gr4Sup7-ALsn8-7from3rd.pdf