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Adding & Subtracting Fractions with Different Denominators
We're going to combine all the work we've covered so far and learn how to put it all together when we work with different kinds of fractions. Students will spend the entire session learning how to scale fractions up and down using multiplication and division so these fractions can be added and subtracted easily. Take your time with this content - this is an important session!
Download your Fractions #3 Workbook
To help you with your daily practice, I've put together a set of workbooks. You can use these or your own workbooks as long as it covers fractions. Plan to complete 4-5 pages per day. After you complete the pages, you may check the answer key.
Fractions Workbook Videos
I've put together a set of videos that will walk you through this workbook, so grab yours and let's work together. Plan to complete 4-5 pages per day. After you complete the pages, you may check the answer key.
Estimating Lines, Measuring Curves, and Converting Units
How big around is that tree? Can you draw a 6-inch line if you forgot your ruler? Does it matter if I cut 9 yards or 9 inches of rope? Let's get good at all of these things with a fun hands-on activity packet! Print it out and let's do it together.
Doug is our math teacher for Thursdays, and his session is 60 minutes long. I've split his session into two videos. The two 30-min videos of Doug's Thursday class is listed again here as it covers concepts for both Beginner and Intermediate students. These next two videos are the same listed above in the Beginner section. I hope this isn't too confusing!
In Class Activity: Fractions Fair!
During class, we will start an activity together. You can work through the entire activity on your own, but if you'd like to do it alongside me, use the videos below.
LEGO Gear Lab!
A practical real-world example of fractions is when we are calculating gear ratios! If you have LEGOs, pull them out and work your way through these seven different gear train activities. If you don't have LEGOs but you still want to do this type of project, scroll down to the "Bicycle Lab" and grab your bike, a pencil and let's get started!
Math Games: Equivalent Fractions BINGO
Let's play a game using the same fraction cards you printed out for Fraction SPOONS in Week #2! We're going to work on reducing, expanding and organizing our fractions with this simple game.
Math Games: Fraction Board Game
Have you ever played the board game Chutes & Ladders? This is my fun math version that will help you get good at adding and subtracting fractions and still having a good time! You'll need a friend to play with for this game.
Advanced Level Math Class
Advanced students will focus on doing calculations as well as working on practical application of fractions. You'll need to have a firm grasp of fractions (operations like adding, subtracting, multiplying dividing as well as going between improper fractions and mixed numbers) and also be comfortable with decimals in order to go through the content covered in the Advanced level.
Math Labs
This week I've put together two different kinds of math labs: the first set is in astronomy (due to popular demand for more astronomy labs!) and the second centers around calculation gear ratios using fractions of your very own bicycle!
You can opt to do any of these, or if they are too difficult, feel free to go back and do Math Labs from a previous week you skipped over.
Bicycle Lab
Ever notice how it's harder to pedal your bike up a hill if the gears are set high, but that same gear setting is perfect for flat or even downhill? Let's investigate your bike's gear ratios using fractions! If you have a bike, please use it for this lab. If you don't have a bike, try borrowing one, or use the numbers I've given you in this lab. If you want to wait until you have a bike, scroll up and work on the LEGO Gears Lab until you're ready for this one. Have fun!
Bonus Ratio Question!
Near the end of the live advanced-level class, we played a "Jeopardy" style game. The last question is also a Math Challenge question if you'd like to enter it for this week!
You can add your solution to this question as a bonus entry for the Math Challenge!
Math Challenge
Each session, I have a special Math Challenge for you to work on after you work through some of the content in this area of math. The goal for these special math challenges is for you to be able to communicate your great ideas with your family and friends, without them being in a math class or having any knowledge of a specific area of math. You should be able to convey your great ideas to most people that are interested in hearing what you have to share. Many families find this part of the math program exciting for them to participate in with their student!
