Version 1: Simple
Grade Level: 3rd Grade
Objective: Students will be able to add fractions with like denominators.
Materials:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Fraction manipulatives (circles, squares, etc.)
- Fraction worksheets
Introduction (10 minutes):
1. Begin by reviewing what fractions are and how they are written.
2. Ask students if they know how to add fractions. Write their responses on the board.
3. Explain that today we will be learning how to add fractions with like denominators.
Direct Instruction (20 minutes):
1. Start by explaining how to add fractions with like denominators. Use fraction manipulatives to demonstrate.
2. Write a few examples on the board and have students solve them with their own manipulatives.
Guided Practice (15 minutes):
1. Pass out fraction worksheets with addition problems.
2. Have students work in pairs to solve the problems.
3. Walk around the room to assist students who may be struggling.
Independent Practice (15 minutes):
1. Have students create their own fraction addition problems with like denominators.
2. Have students solve each other’s problems.
Closure (5 minutes):
1. Review the steps for adding fractions with like denominators.
2. Ask students if they feel confident in their ability to add fractions.
3. Collect the fraction worksheets and fraction manipulatives.
Assessment:
Observe students during guided and independent practice to assess their understanding of adding fractions. Collect and grade the fraction worksheets for a more formal assessment.
Version 2: Same
Grade Level: 5th Grade
Objective: Students will be able to add fractions with like denominators and unlike denominators.
Materials:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Fraction manipulatives (circles, squares, etc.)
- Fraction worksheets
- Fraction addition game
Introduction (10 minutes):
1. Begin by reviewing what fractions are and how they are written.
2. Ask students if they know how to add fractions. Write their responses on the board.
3. Explain that today we will be learning how to add fractions with like denominators and unlike denominators.
Direct Instruction (20 minutes):
1. Start by explaining how to add fractions with like denominators. Use fraction manipulatives to demonstrate.
2. Write a few examples on the board and have students solve them with their own manipulatives.
3. Next, explain how to add fractions with unlike denominators. Use fraction manipulatives to demonstrate.
4. Write a few examples on the board and have students solve them with their own manipulatives.
Guided Practice (15 minutes):
1. Pass out fraction worksheets with addition problems.
2. Have students work in pairs to solve the problems.
3. Walk around the room to assist students who may be struggling.
Independent Practice (15 minutes):
1. Pass out the fraction addition game.
2. Have students play the game in pairs or small groups.
3. Walk around the room to assist students who may be struggling.
Closure (5 minutes):
1. Review the steps for adding fractions with like denominators and unlike denominators.
2. Ask students if they feel confident in their ability to add fractions.
3. Collect the fraction worksheets and fraction manipulatives.
Assessment:
Observe students during guided and independent practice to assess their understanding of adding fractions. Collect and grade the fraction worksheets for a more formal assessment.
Version 3: Complex
Grade Level: 7th Grade
Objective: Students will be able to add fractions with like denominators, unlike denominators, and mixed numbers.
Materials:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Fraction manipulatives (circles, squares, etc.)
- Fraction worksheets
- Fraction addition game
Introduction (10 minutes):
1. Begin by reviewing what fractions are and how they are written.
2. Ask students if they know how to add fractions. Write their responses on the board.
3. Explain that today we will be learning how to add fractions with like denominators, unlike denominators, and mixed numbers.
Direct Instruction (20 minutes):
1. Start by explaining how to add fractions with like denominators. Use fraction manipulatives to demonstrate.
2. Write a few examples on the board and have students solve them with their own manipulatives.
3. Next, explain how to add fractions with unlike denominators. Use fraction manipulatives to demonstrate.
4. Write a few examples on the board and have students solve them with their own manipulatives.
5. Finally, explain how to add mixed numbers. Use fraction manipulatives to demonstrate.
6. Write a few examples on the board and have students solve them with their own manipulatives.
Guided Practice (15 minutes):
1. Pass out fraction worksheets with addition problems.
2. Have students work in pairs to solve the problems.
3. Walk around the room to assist students who may be struggling.
Independent Practice (15 minutes):
1. Pass out the fraction addition game.
2. Have students play the game in pairs or small groups.
3. Walk around the room to assist students who may be struggling.
Closure (5 minutes):
1. Review the steps for adding fractions with like denominators, unlike denominators, and mixed numbers.
2. Ask students if they feel confident in their ability to add fractions.
3. Collect the fraction worksheets and fraction manipulatives.
Assessment:
Observe students during guided and independent practice to assess their understanding of adding fractions. Collect and grade the fraction worksheets for a more formal assessment.
