Fractions Larger Than One: Converting to Mixed Numbers
Read the Post Description: Using area model paper, Shannon models a concrete way to take an “improper” fraction and convert it into a mixed number. Going through this process with concrete manipulatives will help students understand what you mean when you...
Subtracting Fractions: Common Denominators
Read the Post Description: Shannon demonstrates how to use concrete, pictorial and abstract (CPA) means to help students learn to subtract fractions with common denominators. Additionally, see how to help students understand the process of reducing or simplifying...
Multiplying Fractions: Two Fractions
Read the Post Description: Building on an understanding of multiplying fractions and whole numbers, Shannon uses pattern blocks to demonstrate the next step of multiplying two fractions...