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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Fractions |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 8 |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Fractions
Year/Grade 8
Mathematics
20 students
This lesson plan aligns with the Canadian national curriculum for mathematics, addressing outcomes related to the understanding and application of fractions.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Fractions | 5 | Briefly explain what fractions are, introducing numerator and denominator using visuals. |
| 2 | Guided Practice | 10 | Work through examples on the whiteboard, demonstrating addition and subtraction of fractions with like denominators. |
| 3 | Interactive Activity | 5 | Use manipulatives to have students create and manipulate fractions in groups. |
| 4 | Independent Practice | 5 | Distribute worksheets for students to practice addition and subtraction of fractions on their own. |
| 5 | Review and Reflect | 3 | Discuss answers as a class, providing immediate feedback on the practice problems. |
| 6 | Assign Homework | 2 | Hand out the homework assignment, explaining what is required without asking students to present their completed work in front of the class. |
| 7 | Conclusion | 2 | Summarize key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of understanding fractions. |
"Good morning, class! Today, we are going to start exploring the world of fractions. A fraction represents a part of a whole. Can anyone tell me what the two main parts of a fraction are? That's right! The numerator, which is the number on top, and the denominator, which is the number on the bottom.
Let’s look at an example. If I have a pie chart here on the board, and I shade in 1 out of 4 parts, I would write this as 1 over 4, or 1/4. The 1 is the numerator, and the 4 is the denominator. This means I have one piece out of four equal pieces of the pie.
Now, I’d like each of you to look at the fraction examples on the board and remember these definitions as we move through today’s lesson."
"Now, let’s practice adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators. Please look up at the board.
I will write down the fractions 1/4 and 2/4. Who can tell me what we get when we add these two fractions together?
That’s correct! We have 1/4 plus 2/4 equals 3/4. Notice how the denominator stays the same because we are working with like denominators.
Let me show you another example. If we take 3/4 and subtract 1/4, what do we get? Excellent! We have 3/4 minus 1/4 equals 2/4.
I’m going to write a few more equations on the board, and I want you all to try to solve them with me. [Write down examples like 2/6 + 3/6 and 5/8 - 1/8].
Does everyone feel comfortable with this? Great! Let's keep that understanding going."
"Now, I want you all to get into small groups and work with the fraction manipulatives at your desks. You’ll find pie charts and fraction bars.
Your task is to create different fractions using these manipulatives. For example, can you show me how to create the fraction 3/4 using the pie chart? What about 2/3 with the fraction bars?
Take about 5 minutes to work together, and I will walk around to see how you’re doing."
"Fantastic work, everyone! It’s now time for some independent practice. I’m handing out worksheets that include problems similar to what we practiced today.
Remember, these worksheets are focused on adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators. Take your time, and feel free to ask questions if anything is unclear. You have 5 minutes to work on these problems."
"Time's up! Let’s go over the answers together. I’ll read the first problem, and I want you to raise your hand if you have a different answer.
[Go through the worksheet problems one by one, allowing students to share their solutions].
Excellent participation! I appreciate everyone’s contributions. This feedback will help us understand any areas we need to revisit."
"Before we wrap up, I want to hand out a homework assignment that continues our work with fractions.
The homework will consist of a variety of fraction problems, similar to those we tackled in class today.
Please remember, you won’t have to present this work to the class, but I encourage you to do your best and ask for help if needed. Here you go, and take one for each student!"
"To finish up our lesson today, let’s summarise what we learned. We explored the definitions of fractions, practiced adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators, and engaged in interactive and independent activities.
Understanding fractions is an essential skill that supports future math learning. I’m excited to see how everyone does in their homework, and I can’t wait for our next lesson where we’ll dive deeper into fractions!"
"Thanks for your great engagement today, class! Have a wonderful day!"
Define the two main parts of a fraction and provide an example of each.
Solve the following addition problems involving fractions with like denominators:
Solve the following subtraction problems involving fractions with like denominators:
Use pie charts or drawings to represent the following fractions visually:
Create your own fraction using manipulatives at home. Describe the fraction using the numerator and denominator.
If you have the fractions 2/8 and 3/8, what is the result when you add them together? Show your work.
What do we do to the denominator when adding or subtracting fractions with like denominators? Explain why.
Reflect on the importance of understanding fractions. How might this skill help you in real-life situations?
Create a story problem that involves adding or subtracting fractions with like denominators and solve it.
Write a few sentences summarizing what you learned about fractions in today's lesson.