TEKS 5.3I: Multiply Whole Numbers and Fractions
Represent Fraction Multiplication
About this lesson
Learning Target: I can represent the multiplication of a whole number and fraction using models.
Focuses On:
- Using models to understand fraction multiplication
- Recognizing a fraction "of" a whole number is multiplication
Builds On:
5th Grade is the first time students are multiplying fractions.
Next Level:
5.3J:
Represent division of a unit fraction by a whole number and the division of a whole number by a unit fraction such as 1/3 ÷ 7 and 7 ÷ 1/3 using objects and pictorial models, including area models
5.3L:
Divide whole numbers by unit fractions and unit fractions by whole numbers
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This lesson is designed to build foundational and conceptual understanding of multiplying fractions by whole numbers. Through inquisitive learning questions, teachers can guide students to deeper understanding of what it means to multiply a fraction by a whole number.
The instructional block in this lesson is called multiply whole numbers by fractions. Students will solve real-world problems involving a whole number and a fraction with the support of models.
Understanding how to multiply fractions is a prerequisite to dividing fractions.
The lesson is built to include scaffolds for struggling students with ample models and explicit instruction. Teacher autonomy is encouraged in use of the models to provide more examples and extend understanding.
Grade 5MathTEKS 5.3ISolve Fraction Multiplication
About this lesson
Learning Target: I can represent and solve multiplication problems with a whole number and a fraction using models.
Focuses On:
- Using models to solve fraction multiplication
- Relating word problems to models and equations
- Multiplying mixed numbers by fractions and converting to improper fractions
Builds On:
5th Grade is the first time students are multiplying fractions.
Next Level:
5.3J:
Represent division of a unit fraction by a whole number and the division of a whole number by a unit fraction such as 1/3 ÷ 7 and 7 ÷ 1/3 using objects and pictorial models, including area models
5.3L:
Divide whole numbers by unit fractions and unit fractions by whole numbers
Read More:
This lesson is designed to build upon foundational and conceptual understanding of multiplying fractions by whole numbers. Through inquisitive learning questions, teachers can guide students to deeper understanding of what it means to multiply a fraction by a whole number. The lesson connects understanding from representing fraction multiplication to actually solving problems and equations.
The two instructional blocks in this lesson are called multiply with models and real-world problems.
The first instructional block has students writing equations from given models that represent whole numbers and fractions. Students will also solve the problems.
The second instructional block has students solving real-world problems involving whole numbers and fractions.
Understanding how to multiply fractions is a prerequisite to dividing fractions.
The lesson is built to include scaffolds for struggling students with ample models and explicit instruction. Teacher autonomy is encouraged in use of the models to provide more examples and extend understanding.
Grade 5MathTEKS 5.3I