Unit 6, Lesson 16-- Decomposing Fractions Greater than One

Lesson 16-- Decomposing Fractions Greater than One

Introduction

Hello Mathematicians! Today we will use number bonds to compose and decompose fractions greater than one whole.

Take a look at this image.  If the length of each red rod is one- fourth, what is the length of the orange rod?  Explain your reasoning in your notebook.

4 red bars is equivalent to 1 orange bar


Video


Interactive

Part 1 Directions:

  • In the interactive below, use the Cuisenaire rod models to answer the questions.

 

Part 2 Directions:

  • Open the interactive drawing link below, and make a copy.
  • Use the Cuisenaire rods to determine the value of each rod.

Fractions Greater than One with Cuisenaire Rods Interactive Drawing Links to an external site.

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