Title: Dividing Whole Numbers and Fractions

Grade Level: 5th grade

Objective: - Students will understand the concept of dividing a whole number by a fraction. - Students will be able to solve division problems involving whole numbers and fractions. - Students will apply their understanding of dividing whole numbers and fractions to real-life situations.

Materials: - Whiteboard or blackboard - Markers or chalk - Dividing whole numbers and fractions worksheets - Fraction manipulatives (optional)

Procedure:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Begin the lesson by reviewing the concept of fractions and division.
   • Ask students if they have ever divided a whole number by a fraction before.
   • Explain that today, they will learn how to divide whole numbers by fractions.
2. Whole Numbers Divided by Fractions (10 minutes):
   • Write a division problem on the board, such as 6 ÷ 1/2.
   • Explain that when dividing a whole number by a fraction, we can think of it as multiplying the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.
   • Demonstrate the process by multiplying 6 by the reciprocal of 1/2, which is 2/1.
   • Solve the problem: 6 ÷ 1/2 = 6 × 2/1 = 12.
   • Repeat the process with a few more examples, involving different whole numbers and fractions.
3. Guided Practice (15 minutes):
   • Distribute dividing whole numbers and fractions worksheets to each student.
   • Instruct students to solve the problems independently, using the reciprocal method.
   • Circulate the classroom to provide assistance and monitor progress.
   • After completing the worksheet, review the answers as a class, discussing the steps taken to solve each problem.
4. Real-Life Application (10 minutes):
   • Engage students in a discussion about real-life situations where dividing whole numbers by fractions is necessary.
   • Provide examples, such as dividing a pizza among friends or sharing a bag of candies equally.
   • Ask students to come up with their own examples and share them with the class.
5. Independent Practice (15 minutes):
   • Assign additional dividing whole numbers and fractions problems for students to solve independently.
   • Encourage students to use the reciprocal method to solve each problem.
   • Collect the completed worksheets for assessment purposes.
6. Conclusion (5 minutes):
   • Recap the main points of the lesson, emphasizing the reciprocal method for dividing whole numbers by fractions.
   • Ask students if they feel more confident about dividing whole numbers and fractions.
   • Address any remaining questions or concerns.

Extension Activity (Optional): - Divide fractions by whole numbers using the reciprocal method. - Introduce word problems involving dividing whole numbers and fractions. - Explore real-life scenarios where dividing whole numbers and fractions is necessary, such as cooking or measuring ingredients.

Assessment: - Assess students’ understanding through their participation in class discussions and completion of the worksheets. - Review their answers to ensure they correctly applied the reciprocal method to solve the division problems.