• be able to convert fractions into different denominators.

Activity

• Arrange the students in pairs



• Provide them with a worksheet containing:
  1. the number that is to be converted; for example 1/2, followed by,
  2. a series of 9 rectangular boxes divided into 2 - 10 sections,
  3. below the boxes, locate the conversion fraction; for example, 1/2 x 3/3 = ________
  
  
• The students have to:
  1. locate and shade the fractional part of the rectangular box that represents the first fraction; for example, 1/2.
  2. convert the fraction by solving the multiplication sentence, and
  3. locate and shade the fractional part of the rectangular box that represents the answer; for example, 3/6.
  
  
• Use the same color for shading the fractional part of both rectangular boxes.

Assessment Tips from Old Tom the Turtle

• Discuss the answers with the class following the completion of the worksheet.