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Fractions

All Aspects

Fraction videos 1: addition and subtraction
My own videos (in HD) that cover equivalent fractions, addition and subtraction of like & unlike fractions, and of mixed numbers.
www.mathmammoth.com/videos/fractions_1.php

Fraction videos 2: multiplication, division, and more
My own videos (in HD) that cover simplifyin fractions, multiplication and division of fractions and of mixed numbers, ratios, and converting fractions to decimals.
www.mathmammoth.com/videos/fractions_2.php

Visual Fractions
Great site for studying all aspects of fractions: identifying, renaming, comparing, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division. Each topic is illustrated by either a number line or a circle with a Java applet. Also couple of games, for example: make cookies for Grampy.
www.visualfractions.com

Conceptua Fractions
Conceptua Math has free, interactive fraction tools and activities that are very well made. The activities include identifying fractions, adding and subtracting, estimating, finding common denominators and more. Each activity uses several fraction models such as fraction circles, horizontal and vertical bars, number lines, etc. that allow students to develop conceptual understanding of fractions.
www.conceptuamath.com/fractions.html

Fraction Games at Sheppard Software
Games for addition & subtraction of fractions, simplifying fractions, equivalent fractions, and fraction of a set.
www.sheppardsoftware.com/math.htm#fractions

Who Wants Pizza?
Explains the concept of fraction, addition and multiplication with a pizza example, then has some interactive exercises.
math.rice.edu/~lanius/fractions/index.html

Fraction lessons at MathExpression.com
Tutorials, examples, and videos explaining all the basic fraction math topics. Look for the lesson links in the left sidebar.
www.mathexpression.com/understanding-fractions.html

Visual Math Learning
Free tutorials with some interactivity about all the fraction operations. Emphasizes visual models and lets student interact with those.
www.visualmathlearning.com/pre_algebra/chapter_9/chap_9.html

Fractioncity
Make "fraction streets" and help kids with comparing fractions, equivalent fractions, addition of fractions of like and unlike denominators while they drive toy cars on the streets. This is not an online activity but has instructions of how to do it at home or at school.
www.teachnet.com/lesson/math/fractioncity.html

Math Mammoth Fractions 1
A self-teaching worktext for 5th grade that teaches fractions and their operations with visual models. The book covers fractions, mixed numbers, adding and subtracting like fractions, adding and subtracting mixed numbers, adding and subtracting unlike fractions, and comparing fractions.

Available as an affordable download ($4.50), and also as a printed copy.

Learn more and see the free samples!

See more topical Math Mammoth books

Online Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply or divide fractions and mixed numbers.
www.homeschoolmath.net/worksheets/fraction_calculator.php

Fraction Worksheets: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division
Create custom-made worksheets for the four operations with fractions and mixed numbers.
www.homeschoolmath.net/worksheets/fraction.php

Fraction Worksheets: Equivalent Fractions, Simplifying, Convert to Mixed Numbers
Create custom-made worksheets for some other fraction operations.
www.homeschoolmath.net/worksheets/fraction-b.php

Math Mammoth Fractions 2
A self-teaching worktext that teaches fractions using visual models, a sequel to Math Mammoth Fractions 1. The book covers simplifying fractions, multiplication and division of fractions and mixed numbers, converting fractions to decimals, and ratios.

Available as an affordable download ($5.00), and also as a printed copy.

=> Learn more and see the free samples!

See more topical Math Mammoth books

 

Identify Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Identifying Fractions at Conceptua Fractions
A tool that shows fractions or mixed numbers using a pie, a bar, dots, and a number line.
www.conceptuamath.com/fractions.html#IdentifyingFractions

Visualizing Fractions
The computer shows a fraction, and you divide the pie and color the pieces.
nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_103_g_2_t_1.html

Pattern Blocks—Parts as Wholes
Click on the "Activities" in the top menu, and click on arrows until you find Parts as Wholes activity.
nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_170_g_2_t_3.html

Fraction Model
Adjust the the numerator and the denominator, and the applet shows the fraction as a pie/rectangle/set model, as a decimal and as a percent.
illuminations.nctm.org/ActivityDetail.aspx?ID=44

 

Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Clara Fraction's Ice Cream Shop
A game in which you convert improper fractions to mixed numbers and scoop the right amount of ice cream flavors on the cone.
www.mrnussbaum.com/icecream/index.html

 

Equivalent Fractions

Equivalent Fractions from National Library of Virtual Manipulatives (NLVM)
See the equivalency of two fractions as the applet divides the whole into more pieces.
nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_105_g_2_t_1.html

Equivalent Fractions
Draw two other, equivalent fractions to the given fraction. Choose either square or circle for the shape.
illuminations.nctm.org/ActivityDetail.aspx?ID=80

Fraction Frenzy
Click on pairs of equivalent fractions, as fast as you can. See how many levels you can get!
www.learningplanet.com/sam/ff/index.asp

Fresh Baked Fractions
Practice equivalent fractions by clicking on a fraction that is not equal to others.
www.funbrain.com/fract/index.html

See also my video, which shows a visual method for equivalent fractions: that of splitting the pieces further into a certain number of new pieces:

 

Addition and Subtraction

MathSplat
Click on the right answer to addition problems (like fractions) or the bug splats on your windshield!
fen.com/studentactivities/MathSplat/mathsplat.htm

Adding fractions
Illustrates with pictures finding the common denominator.
matti.usu.edu/nlvm/nav/frames_asid_106_g_2_t_1.html

Adding with Uncommon Denominators Tool at Conceptua Fractions
A tool that links a visual model to the procedure of adding two unlike fractions.
www.conceptuamath.com/fractions.html#AddingUD

Math Mammoth Fractions 1
A self-teaching worktext for 5th grade that teaches fractions and their operations with visual models. The book covers fractions, mixed numbers, adding and subtracting like fractions, adding and subtracting mixed numbers, adding and subtracting unlike fractions, and comparing fractions.

Available as an affordable download ($4.50), and also as a printed copy.

Learn more and see the free samples!

See more topical Math Mammoth books

Old Egyptian Fractions
Puzzles to solve: add fractions like a true Old Egyptian Math Cat!
www.mathcats.com/explore/oldegyptianfractions.html

Fraction Bars Blackjack
Computer deals you two fraction cards. You have the option of getting more or "holding". The object is to get as close as possible to 2, without going over, by adding the fractions on your cards.
http://fractionbars.com/Fraction_Bars_Black_Jack/

Action Fraction
A racing game with several levels where you answer questions about adding and subtraction fractions. The levels advance from using like fractions to using unlike fractions and eventually subtraction.
http://funschool.kaboose.com/formula-fusion/number-fun/games/game_action_fraction.html

 

Multiplication and Division

Multiply Fractions Jeopardy
Jeopardy-style game. Choose a question by clicking on the tile that shows the points you will win.
www.quia.com/cb/95583.html

Multiply and Reduce Fractions Battleship Game
When you hit the enemy's battleship, you need to solve a fraction multiplication problem.
www.quia.com/ba/57713.html

Math Mammoth Fractions 2
A self-teaching worktext that teaches fractions using visual models, a sequel to Math Mammoth Fractions 1. The book covers simplifying fractions, multiplication and division of fractions and mixed numbers, converting fractions to decimals, and ratios.

Available as an affordable download ($5.00), and also as a printed copy.

=> Learn more and see the free samples!

See more topical Math Mammoth books

Fractions Mystery Picture Game
Solve problems where you find a fractional part of a quantity, and uncover a picture.
http://www.dositey.com/2008/math/mistery2.html

Number line bars
Fraction bars that illustrate visually how many times a fraction "fits into" another fraction.
nlvm.usu.edu/en/NAV/frames_asid_265_g_2_t_1.html?open=activities&from=category_g_2_t_1.html

Using More Math in Cooking
In this video, Michelle and Renee talk about how parents can help kids practice math with cooking, especially working on addition and multiplication of fractions.
mykidsturn.com/show/numbers-using-more-math-cooking

 

Comparing Fractions

Comparison Shoot Out
Choose level 2 or 3 to compare fractions and shoot the soccer ball to the goal.
www.fuelthebrain.com/Game/play.php?ID=47

Order Fractions
On each round, you drag five given fractions in the correct order.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/activities/fractions.shtml

Comparing Fractions—XP Math
Simple timed practice with comparing two fractions.
http://xpmath.com/forums/arcade.php?do=play&gameid=8

Ordering Fractions at Conceptua Fractions
An interactive tool where students place numbers, visual models, and decimals on a number line.
www.conceptuamath.com/fractions.html#OrderingFractions

Fractional Hi Lo
Computer has selected a fraction. You make guesses and it tells you if your guess was too high or too low.
www.theproblemsite.com/games/hilo.asp

 

Fractions vs. Decimals (and Percents)

Flower Power
Grow flowers and harvest them to make money in this addictive order-'em-up game. Practice ordering decimals, fractions, and percentages. The game starts with ordering decimals (daisies), and proceeds into fractions (tulips or roses).
www.mangahigh.com/games/flowerpower

Fraction Model
Adjust the the numerator and the denominator, and the applet shows the fraction as a pie/rectangle/set model, as a decimal and as a percent.
illuminations.nctm.org/ActivityDetail.aspx?ID=44

Fraction Pie
The user selects the numerator and denominator, and the applet shows the fraction as a pie/rectangle/set model, as a decimal and as a percent.
illuminations.nctm.org/ActivityDetail.aspx?ID=45

Comparing Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages
Has factsheets, a nice matching pairs game, online quiz, and printable worksheets.
www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/comparing/comparingall3/index.shtml

Fraction Decimal Conversion
Practice fractions vs. decimal numbers online with a matching game, concentration, or flash cards.
www.quia.com/jg/65724.html

Fraction/Decimal Worksheets
Change fractions to decimal numbers or decimal numbers to fractions.
www.homeschoolmath.net/worksheets/fraction-decimal.php

Fractions Vs. Decimals Calculator
www.counton.org/explorer/fractions

Math Mammoth Fractions & Decimals 3
A self-teaching worktext for 6th-7th grade that covers all of decimal arithmetic, using up to six decimal digits, scientific notation, metric system, and all of fraction arithmetic using larger denominators than in lower grades.

Available as an affordable download ($7.00), and also as a printed copy.

=> Learn more and see the free samples!

See more topical Math Mammoth books

 

Software

FractionGen
Create customizable worksheets for the four basic operations of fractions/mixed numbers/whole numbers.  Answers included.  The program makes a simple text file which you can print from your text editor.
Price: Free
download.com/3000-2053-6897377.html?tag=lst-0-1



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