Summary
Learn about representing fractions on a number line and partitioning the space between 0 and 1 into halves, thirds, quarters, sixths, & eights.
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Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Intro to Fractions Using the Number Line:
- Where in the video did the idea of intro to fractions using the number line first "click" for you?
- Can you walk a partner through one of the examples in your own words?
- Where might you use intro to fractions using the number line outside of math class?
- What part would you want to see one more time, and why?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- In one sentence, tell a neighbor what intro to fractions using the number line means.
- Draw or write one example of your own, then check it against the video.