Unit 5, Lesson 7
Non-unit Fractions on the Number Line
Grade 3
Preparation
Lesson Purpose
The purpose of this lesson is for students to locate non-unit fractions on the number line.
Lesson Narrative
Previously, students built non-unit fractions from unit fractions, with diagrams and fraction strips. Now, students deepen their understanding of fractions on the number line as they locate and label non-unit fractions. Students also discuss how they know when fractions are less than 1 or greater than 1 and are introduced to the terms numerator and denominator.
- Engagement
- MLR8
- Comprehend (in spoken language) the meaning of the terms “numerator” and “denominator.”
- Explain (orally and in writing) strategies for locating and labeling non-unit fractions (including fractions greater than 1) on the number line.
- Let’s locate non-unit fractions on the number line.
Required Materials
Activity 1
Required Preparation
Activity 1
- Each group of 2 students needs a number cube.
- Each student needs at least 5 base-ten cubes to use as game pieces.
Teacher Reflection Questions
Who has been sharing their ideas in class lately? Make a note of students whose ideas have not been featured in class and look for an opportunity for them to share their thinking in the next lesson.
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