14 Basic Fraction Activities

We used the following activities during the past few weeks to help Gerrick (age 8) gain a better understanding of simple fractions:

1.  Study Jams!: Fractions (online video)


2.  Fractions Made Easy (online interactive tutorial)


3.  Pizza Fractions (free app)

 4.  simple fractions matching (online game)

5.  LEGO fractions

6.  fraction match-up (free printable)

7.  fraction concentration (free printable)

8.  books about fractions

Rabbit and Hare Divide an Apple,
Inchworm and a Half,

Full House: An Invitation to Fractions,  
Polar Bear Math: Learning About Fractions with Klondike and Snow


9.  monster party game (free printable)

10.  word problems using fraction circles
and fraction strips (free printable)
*finding equivalent fractions/comparing fractions*




11.  comparing fractions balloon pop (online game)

12.  comparing fractions code breaker
This puzzle came from Second Grade Super Math Success,
but it would be easy to make your own.

13.  Fraction Avenue (free printable)

14.  fraction art
inspired by Ed Emberley's Picture Pie

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