Warm-Up 1
Day 4: Fractions and Mixed Numbers
Review equivalent fractions, comparing fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers.
Student Goal
I can work with fractions and mixed numbers using models and number sense.
Why It Matters
Fractions are a major part of 6th grade math, especially when students compare amounts and solve real-world problems.
Warm-Up
Warm-Up 2
Which is greater: 3/4 or 2/4?
Warm-Up 3
Write 7/4 as a mixed number.
Short Lesson
Standard Focus:
NC.6.NS: The Number System
Student-Friendly Standard Goal:
I can use fraction size, equivalent fractions, and mixed numbers to solve problems.
- Fractions compare a part to a whole. The denominator tells how many equal parts make the whole.
- Equivalent fractions name the same amount. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equal.
- A mixed number combines a whole number and a fraction, like 1 3/4.
Guided Examples
Guided Example 1
Rewrite an Improper Fraction
Write 11/4 as a mixed number.
Step 1
11 / 4
How many whole groups of 4 fit into 11?
Guided Example 2
Compare Same Denominators
Which is greater: 3/8 or 5/8?
Step 1
3/8 and 5/8
What do you notice about the denominators?
Practice
Problem 1
Which fraction is equivalent to 2/3?
Problem 2
Write 9/2 as a mixed number.
Problem 3
Find 3/7 + 2/7.
Problem 4
True or false: 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent.
Problem 5
Lena eats 2/6 of a pizza. Sam eats 3/6. How much did they eat together?
Reflection
How are you feeling about today's skill?
Optional reflection: Optional prompt: What fraction skill do you want to practice again?