Mystery pictures are a great way to practice equivalent fractions independently. They’re like a math game for one! They are way more engaging than a regular worksheet. And since this pack has one per season, using the whole pack is a great way to make sure you are including equivalent fractions in spiral review.
Also, I’ve noticed these take a while for kids to do. That makes them perfect for taking up time on a sub day, or when you need quiet workers because you don’t feel well and didn’t call in sick. 😂
This is a seasonal/holiday pack with 6 mystery pictures, one each for: fall/autumn, Christmas, winter, Valentine’s, spring, and summer.
Standards
Equivalent fractions for 3rd grade (CCSS):
3.NF.A.3 – Explain equivalence of fractions in special cases and compare fractions by reasoning about their size.
In California they start in third grade also with equivalent fractions by adding to the above CCSS: 3.b – Recognize and generate simple equivalent fractions , e.g.,1/2=2/4, 4/6=2/3. I do not know if any other states do this.
Equivalent fractions for 4th grade (CCSS):
4.NF.A.1 – Extend understanding of fraction equivalence and ordering.
Equivalent fractions for 5th grade (CCSS):
Building background for 5.NF.A.1 – Use equivalent fractions as a strategy to add and subtract fractions.
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What equivalent fractions do these practice?
They include equivalents for these common fractions:
1/2
1/3
2/3
1/4
1/5
2/5
3/5
Here’s an example of one of the mystery pictures before it’s filled in. This is the winter snowman.
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Looking for more equivalent fraction games for the classroom? Check out these fraction related products in my Teachers Pay Teachers store!
Why is it even important to use engaging math games and activities in the classroom? Read my blog post about it here.
