Unit 8 is about fractions. This unit explores fractions in two ways: fractions of regions as well as fractions of collections (or parts of a group). The key to fractions is "equal parts" or "equal groups". Make sure to emphasize this when doing fractions work at home.
Fractions have the potential to create a great deal of confusion for students. Take advantage of the online resource IXL to provide your child with extra practice of fractions. The category on fractions is U. The first three skills support lessons we've had in class.
Go to:
https://www.ixl.com/signin/stellar
Select these skills:
U.1 Halves, thirds, and fourths
U.2 Identify the fraction
U.3 Which shapes illustrates the fraction?
For more details about how to access IXL go to
Online Resources.
Fractions have the potential to create a great deal of confusion for students. Take advantage of the online resource IXL to provide your child with extra practice of fractions. The category on fractions is U. The first three skills support lessons we've had in class.
Go to:
https://www.ixl.com/signin/stellar
Select these skills:
U.1 Halves, thirds, and fourths
U.2 Identify the fraction
U.3 Which shapes illustrates the fraction?
For more details about how to access IXL go to
Online Resources.