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GRADE 3
Stream (SCO):
N13 Demonstrate an understanding of fractions by:
• explaining that a fraction represents a part of a whole;
• describing situations in which fractions are used;
• comparing fractions of the same whole with like denominators.
Overview:
- Students begin to develop an understanding of fractions being less than one.
- Students can relate fractions to authentic situations.
- Students make connections between the idea of fair share and fractional parts.
- Students should be able to describe what is the whole and what are the parts.
- Students can compare fractions with the same denominator.
Materials:
- Chocolate bars (Buy from Sobeys)
- Handouts: ten frames (attached)
- Pattern blocks (From Shaunda)
- Whiteboards and markers (one per student)
I CAN statement:
I can tell you what a fraction is
I can understand that a fraction is part of a whole
I can show you what fractions look like in different ways
I can connect fractions to things I already know
Key Terms:
Part
Whole
Fraction
Numerator
Denominator