Summary
When it comes to fractions, a whole is <i>exactly</i> the sum of its parts! In this BrainPOP math movie, Tim and Moby break down the concept of fractions. Discover how fractions are used to represent parts of a whole, parts of a set, and segments on a number line. Learn how to identify the numerator and denominator of every fraction, and what these special numbers mean. And see how visualizing ordinary objects and situations can help you grasp how fractions are used in everyday life. By the time you’re done, your mastery of this important concept will be anything but fractional!
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Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Fractions:
- What is one new thing you learned about fractions?
- Can you explain it to a partner in your own words?
- Where might you see this in the real world?
- What is one question you still have?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- Write one sentence explaining fractions.
- Draw or give one example of your own.