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How to teach Dividing Fractions
In this 5.NF.7 Fifth Grade Common Core Lesson, students apply previous understandings of division to divide unit fractions by whole numbers and whole numbers by fractions.
Your students need to know how to use their knowledge of dividing fractions to write word problems. This lesson is perfect for small group, math centers or independent practice.
First, draw a fraction card and a whole number card. Then, write and solve a division word problem using the cards. Next, reverse the order of the cards and write and solve another story problem. Finally, continue your practice with the provided worksheets independently or with a partner.
Other resources to use with this 5.NF.7 Fifth Grade Common Core Lesson
If you are using this lesson, your students are probably learning about dividing fractions.
Use this Dividing Equal Parts Fractions Worksheet as an additional resource for your students.
First, introduce this lesson by reviewing the steps to dividing fractions and whole numbers. Next, distribute materials to students. As students work, circulate around the classroom and listen to discussions students have about dividing fractions. After the activity, share students’ discussions that you heard to promote dividing fraction skills. Finally, student can continue their practice using the provided worksheets individually or with a partner.
Be sure to check out more Fractions Worksheets and the entire Fifth Grade Common Core workbook.
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