Day 1: Lemonade Recipe

Multiplying Fractions

Introduction

In this unit, you will learn how to multiply and divide fractions greater than and less than one whole using models and multiple strategies. In addition, you will learn that when multiplying a fraction greater than one by a number results in a product greater than one and when multiplying a fraction less than one by a number results in a product less than one. 

Today, you will explore the idea of multiplying fractions.

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Mini Lesson

Before beginning the activity below, complete the following:

1. Print out the notes below. 
2. Glue them into your journal.

Lemonade Recipes Notes Download Lemonade Recipes Notes

Look at the slideshow below. Complete your notes as you go through each slide.

In your journal: Write down any and all information that will help your understanding from the presentation below. 

 

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