Title: “Fraction Frenzy: Sports Edition”

Objective: By the end of this activity, students will be able to investigate and create equivalent fractions, understand the concept of simplest form, and apply their knowledge to compare and order commonly used fractions. Additionally, students will explore the connection between fractions and sports.

Curriculum Level: Second Level (Scottish Curriculum)

Materials: - Whiteboard or chart paper - Markers - Fraction cards (prepared in advance) - Sports equipment (e.g., basketball, football, tennis ball, etc.) - Stopwatch or timer

Activity:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Begin the activity by engaging students in a discussion about their favorite sports and the importance of fractions in sports.
   • Ask students to brainstorm different situations in sports where fractions are used (e.g., scoring percentages, timing, measurements, etc.).
   • Explain that today, they will be exploring fractions in a sports-themed activity.
2. Equivalent Fractions Relay Race (15 minutes):
   • Divide the class into small groups and assign each group a sports equipment (e.g., basketball, football, tennis ball, etc.).
   • Place a set of fraction cards (e.g., 1/2, 2/4, 3/6, etc.) at one end of the room.
   • Explain that each group will take turns sending one member to collect a fraction card and bring it back to their team.
   • The team must then work together to find as many equivalent fractions as possible for the collected fraction within a given time limit (e.g., 1 minute).
   • The team with the most equivalent fractions at the end of the time limit wins the round.
   • Repeat the relay race with different fractions until each group has had a chance to participate.
3. Simplest Form Shootout (15 minutes):
   • Set up a basketball hoop or any target area in the classroom.
   • Divide the class into pairs and provide each pair with a set of fraction cards.
   • Explain that one student from each pair will be the shooter, while the other will be the referee.
   • The shooter will randomly select a fraction card and attempt to shoot a basketball (or any sports equipment) into the hoop.
   • If the shooter successfully scores, the referee will check if the fraction is in simplest form. If it is, the pair earns a point.
   • Rotate roles after each shot and continue until all fraction cards have been used.
   • The pair with the most points at the end wins the shootout.
4. Fraction Olympics (20 minutes):
   • Set up different stations around the classroom or outdoor area, each representing a different sport (e.g., long jump, high jump, sprint, etc.).
   • Assign each station a fraction-related task. For example:
     • Long Jump: Students must order a set of fractions from least to greatest.
     • High Jump: Students must convert fractions to decimals or percentages.
     • Sprint: Students must solve fraction word problems related to sports.
   • Divide the class into small groups and assign each group to a station.
   • Give students a set amount of time (e.g., 5 minutes) to complete the task at each station before rotating to the next.
   • After completing all stations, gather the class and discuss the solutions and strategies used at each station.
5. Conclusion (5 minutes):
   • Recap the key concepts covered in the activity, such as equivalent fractions, simplest form, and comparing/ordering fractions.
   • Discuss how fractions are used in sports and why understanding fractions is important in various sports-related scenarios.
   • Encourage students to continue exploring fractions in real-life situations, especially in sports.

Note: The duration of each activity can be adjusted based on the available time and the pace of the class.