Subtracting Fractions: Mixed Numbers

by Sherry | Jul 20, 2020

Read the Post Description: Learn the why before the how! Using pattern blocks, see how decomposing with D.C. and renaming (not borrowing!) are the keys to successfully subtracting fractions with mixed...

Subtracting Fractions: Uncommon Denominators

by Sherry | Jul 20, 2020

Read the Post Description: Make this abstract concept concrete with visual representation! Learn the why before the how and why you might not actually have to “skip count to find a common denominator” if you understand equivalent...

Dividing Fractions: Two Fractions

by Sherry | Jul 20, 2020

Read the Post Description: After learning to divide a whole number by a fraction, Shannon uses pattern blocks to demonstrate how to build on that understanding and help students easily learn to divide two...

Dividing Fractions: Whole Numbers and Fractions

by Sherry | Jul 20, 2020

Read the Post Description: Take the fear out of dividing fractions! Beginning with a foundation of understanding around division with whole numbers, see how Shannon teaches students to divide a whole number by a fraction using pattern...

Meet Minni and Subbi

by Sherry | Jul 20, 2020

Shop Math Mights Products! Learn More about Math Mights Description: Sisterly love or sibling rivalry? Born with an adjoining tail, these twins Minni and Subbi (short for Minuend and Subtrahend) live in Subtraction World. As long as they keep their distance, Minni and...