Fractions - Fraction of an amount 2 - Presentation

In a series of engaging activities designed to help students master fractions, the focus is on finding non-unit fractions of amounts. A non-unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator (the top number) is greater than one, and examples include 2/3, 3/4, and 5/6. The lesson includes a variety of exercises where students apply their understanding of non-unit fractions to practical scenarios, such as determining the fraction of Leanna's angelfish or Malachi's marbles. Students are prompted to divide these items into equal groups and calculate the fraction represented by a specific number of these groups. This hands-on approach not only solidifies their grasp of fractions but also enhances their problem-solving skills.

The lesson continues with further activities that require students to use bar models and place value counters to find fractions of different amounts. For example, they may be tasked with finding 7/10 of 14 or 3/5 of 65. These visual tools are instrumental in helping students understand the concept of fractions in a tangible way. Additionally, reasoning exercises challenge students to deduce the original quantity of a set from a given fraction, such as determining the total number of beanbags from one quarter of the set. Independent work reinforces the day's learning, prompting students to complete missing values, use bar models for calculations, and apply their knowledge to new sets of data. The lesson concludes with a discussion on the roles of the numerator and denominator, and the comparison between different fractions, deepening the students' comprehension of the topic.