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Using a Fraction Wall - Equivalent Fractions WORKSHEET
Suitable for Grades: 4th Grade
CCSS: 4.NF.A.1, 4.NF.A.2
CCSS Description: Explain why a fraction a/b is equivalent to a fraction (n × a)/(n × b) by using visual fraction models, with attention to how the number and size of the parts differ even though the two fractions themselves are the same size. Use this principle to recognize and generate equivalent fractions.
Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators, e.g., by creating common denominators or numerators, or by comparing to a benchmark fraction such as 1/2. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions refer to the same whole. Record the results of comparisons with symbols >, =, or <, and justify the conclusions, e.g., by using a visual fraction model.
Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators, e.g., by creating common denominators or numerators, or by comparing to a benchmark fraction such as 1/2. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions refer to the same whole. Record the results of comparisons with symbols >, =, or <, and justify the conclusions, e.g., by using a visual fraction model.
Using a Fraction Wall - Equivalent Fractions WORKSHEET DESCRIPTION
Fraction walls are an excellent tool for learners to gain understanding of fraction size and equivalence. This worksheet asks a series of questions that act as prompts for your students to learn how to navigate a fraction wall to find equivalent fractions and encourages them to consider what equivalent fractions have in common.
Pupils will complete ‘chains’ of equivalent fractions, name fractions equivalent to ½ and ⅓ that do not appear on the wall and identify fractions that have no equivalent fractions on the wall whilst completing this worksheet.
There are more resources in our series using a fraction wall, including introducing the fraction wall, comparing fractions and adding fractions. See them in the related resources below.
