Grade 3/Fractions
Equivalent Fractions (Intro) (927)
Introduction to equivalent fractions using visual models or simple multipliers. Students identify fractions that represent the same amount.
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Teaching Notes
Explain the 'Golden Rule' of fractions: What you do to the top, you must do to the bottom.
Vocabulary
Equivalent Fractions: Fractions that name the same amount.
Numerator: The top number in a fraction.
Denominator: The bottom number in a fraction.
Common Mistakes
- Adding to top and bottom instead of multiplying.
- Multiplying by different numbers.
- Multiplying only numerator or denominator
- Adding instead of multiplying
- Ignoring visual representation
- Misinterpreting 'equivalent'
Differentiation
SupportUse fraction walls/charts.
ChallengeFind multiple equivalent fractions.
Discussion Questions
- Is 2/4 bigger than 1/2?
- Why does multiplying both numbers keep the value the same?
- What does 'equivalent' mean in fractions?
- How do visual models show equivalent fractions?
- Why must you multiply the top and bottom by the same number?
- Can a fraction have many equivalent fractions?
Extension Activities
- Equivalent fraction memory game.
- Simplifying fractions (reverse).
Parent Tip
Use measuring cups to show how different amounts can be equal.
Learning Path
Skill Cluster
Fractions and Rational Numbers
Estimated Time
20 minutes
Skills Practiced
equivalent fractions intro
Prerequisites
- 926
- Understanding basic fractions
- Multiplication facts (2-5)
Next Steps
- Simplifying fractions
- Comparing fractions
- Comparing Fractions (Visual Models)
- Simplifying Fractions (Intro)