Fractions

Students have begun working to develop their understanding of fractions. This concept is a combination of many mathematical ideas and strategies including partitioning shapes, segmenting number lines, identifying common factors and multiples, and using correct vocabulary. Fractions are a big rock in fourth grade and it is essential that all students have a solid understanding of fractions to be successful in later years. Please make sure that your child has his or her practice buddy completed each day, as the practice and exposure is extremely important to mastering this concept. Students are given time to work on their practice buddies in class, but some may struggle to stay on task or need additional time, making it that much more important that they complete the assigned practice. If you do not have access to technology or internet at home, students have the option of completing the homework page for the lesson in their math book. However, the practice buddies give automatic feedback and question help, so that is the preferred method of practice. The practice buddies can be accessed through the Clever log in, by selecting the Pearson Realize button. I have also found a really great math tools website, where students can create and compare fractions. Students that have a difficult time drawing fractions and segmenting the shapes could really benefit from this tool. https://apps.mathlearningcenter.org/fractions/