Lesson 7

Workshop: Fraction Concepts

Est. Class Sessions: 2–3

Daily Practice and Problems

Teacher Notes
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TIMS Challenge

Answers will vary. Sample questions:

  • What fraction of the work did Mom complete? (1/4)
  • Who did the most work? (Dad)
  • Who did the second most? (sister and Mom)
  • How much more did Dad do than Michael? (2/8 or 1/4)
  • What fraction of the project was completed by the children? (3/8)

Z. Fence Painting

Michael's family painted the fence in front of their house. Michael painted 1/8 of the fence. His sister painted 1/4 of the fence. Dad painted 3/8 of the fence. Mom finished the project.

Write three math questions you can ask about Michael's family project. Exchange your problems with a partner or present them to the class to solve.