Use this deck of 30 cards to practice different concepts with unit fractions.
Unit Fractions – Free Printable Cards
Are your students learning about unit fractions? If you are in need of a printable resource that can be used for a variety of activities, you have come to the right place!
Some ways to use these unit fraction cards:
- Have students flip over a card and draw a pictorial model.
- Have students flip over two cards and write a comparative statement using both fractions.
- Have students flip over a card and write a unit fraction that is greater than and less than the given fraction.
- Have students build a number line from 0 to 1 using some of the cards.
- For older students, flip two cards over and find the sum or difference.
These flashcards work beautifully when printed on cardstock and placed into a math center.
Tips for Differentiation + Scaffolding
A team of dedicated, experienced educators created this resource to support your math lessons.
If you have a mixture of above and below-level learners, check out these suggestions for keeping students on track with the concepts:
🧑🤝🧑 Jump In Line
Have students stand up and provide each with a number card. Then challenge them to silently put themselves in numerical order.
🖍️ Draw It!
This activity can also be used as a formative assessment. Pick a random assortment of cards and project them on the board for the whole class to see. Have each student draw a different representation for each unit fraction. This may be a visual model, number line, etc.
Easily Prepare This Resource for Your Students
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Print on cardstock for added durability and longevity. Place all pieces in a folder or large envelope for easy access.
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