Understanding Fractions and Mixed Numbers
Fractions are like pizza slices!
A fraction shows parts of a whole. The top number (numerator) tells how many parts we have,
and the bottom number (denominator) tells how many equal parts the whole is divided into.
Mixed numbers combine whole numbers with fractions, like having 2 whole pizzas and 3 slices of another!
Key Concepts to Remember
1️⃣ Fractions show parts of a whole (like 3/4 of a pizza)
2️⃣ Mixed numbers combine whole numbers and fractions (like 2 1/2 pizzas)
3️⃣ You can convert between improper fractions and mixed numbers
Let's Practice Together!
Example 1: Pizza Party Fractions
At your pizza party, you have 3 whole pizzas and 5 slices from another pizza that was cut into 8 slices.
How would you write this as a mixed number?
You have 3 5/8 pizzas! That's 3 whole pizzas plus 5/8 of another pizza.
Example 2: Converting Fractions
Let's convert the improper fraction 11/4 to a mixed number.
How many whole groups of 4 are in 11? And how many are left over?
1. Divide numerator by denominator: 11 ÷ 4 = 2 with remainder 3
2. The whole number is 2
3. The remainder 3 becomes the new numerator
4. Keep the same denominator: 4
Final answer: 2 3/4
Parent Tips 🌟
- Cooking fractions: Involve your child in measuring ingredients (like 3/4 cup flour) to make fractions practical.
- Fraction hopscotch: Draw a hopscotch with fractions and have your child name equivalent fractions as they jump.
- Pizza night math: When ordering pizza, ask your child to calculate how many slices each person gets if you have 2 1/2 pizzas for 5 people.