Fraction Fun with Hopscotch!

Mathematics Grades 4th Grade 2:37 Video
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Lesson Description

Learn about fractions, numerators, and denominators with a catchy song and fun activities! This lesson uses the 'The Fractions Song' video by Hopscotch to introduce and reinforce fraction concepts.

Video Resource

The Fractions Song

Hopscotch

Duration: 2:37
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Key Concepts

  • Fractions as parts of a whole
  • Numerator (the number of parts you're talking about)
  • Denominator (the total number of equal parts)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to define a fraction as part of a whole.
  • Students will be able to identify the numerator and denominator in a given fraction.
  • Students will be able to explain the meaning of the numerator and denominator in relation to the whole.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students what they already know about fractions. Use real-life examples like pizza slices or parts of a candy bar to engage their interest.
  • Watch the Video (3 mins)
    Play 'The Fractions Song' video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lHXd1cJcMQ). Encourage students to sing along!
  • Discuss the Song (7 mins)
    After the video, discuss the key concepts presented in the song, focusing on the numerator and denominator. Ask students to give examples of fractions they saw in the video.
  • Fraction Identification Activity (10 mins)
    Provide students with worksheets containing various shapes divided into equal parts. Have them identify the fraction represented by the shaded parts, circling the numerator and denominator.
  • Real-World Fraction Problems (10 mins)
    Present word problems related to fractions in everyday situations, such as sharing cookies or cutting a sandwich. Students solve the problems by identifying the fractions involved.
  • Wrap-up and Review (5 mins)
    Review the key concepts of fractions, numerators, and denominators. Answer any remaining questions. Assign the quizzes for independent practice.

Interactive Exercises

  • Fraction Drawing
    Provide students with blank circles or rectangles. Ask them to divide the shapes into different numbers of equal parts and shade a specific number of parts to represent a given fraction. For example, 'Divide the circle into 4 equal parts and shade 1 part to show 1/4'.
  • Fraction Match Game
    Create cards with fractions written on them and matching cards with visual representations of the same fractions. Students can play a memory game to match the fraction with its visual representation.

Discussion Questions

  • What is a fraction and where do we see them in everyday life?
  • What does the numerator of a fraction tell us?
  • What does the denominator of a fraction tell us?
  • Why is it important that the parts of a whole are equal when dealing with fractions?

Skills Developed

  • Fraction Identification
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Visual representation of math concepts

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What is a fraction?

Correct Answer: Part of a whole

Question 2:

What does the numerator in a fraction tell you?

Correct Answer: The number of parts you're talking about

Question 3:

What does the denominator in a fraction tell you?

Correct Answer: The total number of equal parts

Question 4:

In the fraction 2/5, what is the numerator?

Correct Answer: 2

Question 5:

In the fraction 3/8, what is the denominator?

Correct Answer: 8

Question 6:

If you cut a pizza into 6 equal slices and eat 1, what fraction of the pizza did you eat?

Correct Answer: 1/6

Question 7:

Which of these shows a fraction where you are talking about one part out of four equal parts?

Correct Answer: 1/4

Question 8:

If you have a chocolate bar with 10 squares and you eat 3, what fraction of the chocolate bar did you eat?

Correct Answer: 3/10

Question 9:

According to the song, where is the denominator located?

Correct Answer: Down below

Question 10:

What is important to remember about the parts in a whole when talking about fractions?

Correct Answer: The parts need to be equal sizes

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

A fraction is a _________ of a whole.

Correct Answer: part

Question 2:

The number on top of a fraction is called the _________.

Correct Answer: numerator

Question 3:

The number on the bottom of a fraction is called the _________.

Correct Answer: denominator

Question 4:

The _________ tells you the total number of equal parts.

Correct Answer: denominator

Question 5:

The _________ tells you how many parts you are talking about.

Correct Answer: numerator

Question 6:

If a pie is cut into 4 equal pieces, each piece is _________ of the pie.

Correct Answer: 1/4

Question 7:

In the fraction 5/6, the denominator is _________.

Correct Answer: 6

Question 8:

In the fraction 1/3, the numerator is _________.

Correct Answer: 1

Question 9:

According to the song, the denominator is _________.

Correct Answer: down

Question 10:

Fractions help you find parts you want and parts you leave _________.

Correct Answer: behind

Educational Standards

4.N.3:Represent and compare fractions and decimals in real-world and mathematical situations; use place value to understand decimal quantities. 4.N.3.1:Represent and rename equivalent fractions using fraction models (e.g., parts of a set, area models, fraction strips, number lines). 4.N.3.3:Use models to order and compare whole numbers and fractions less than and greater than one, using comparative language and symbols.

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