Comparing Two Fractions Math Games

5 games

In this series of games, your students will learn to compare two fractions with the same numerator or the same denominator by reasoning about their size. The Comparing Two Fractions learning objective — based on CCSS and state standards — delivers improved student engagement and academic performance in your classroom, as demonstrated by research. This learning objective directly references 3.NF.A.3.d as written in the common core national math standards.

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Concepts Covered

Fractions must refer to the same Whole to be compared. Unit Fractions with the same denominator are the same size. Fractions with the same Unit Fraction but different Numerators can be compared using the value of the numerators. Fractions with the same Unit Fraction but different Numerators can be compared using the value of the numerators.

When referring to the same Whole, the larger the denominator the smaller the unit portions will be. Fractions with the same numerator can be compared by their denominators where the fraction with the smaller denominator is greater.

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Robot Chef Estimated Duration: 18 minutes Congratulations, you are creating the first all-robot restaurant in the city! As you serve more customers, you will be able to build more robots to assist in delivering tasty treats. Attend Night School and answer questions to earn advanced robot chefs!

Food Fraction Estimated Duration: 18 minutes Learn to compare fractions by preparing dishes as a chef! Food satisfies our hunger but also helps us grasp the concept of fraction comparison in a natural manner.

Kick It! Estimated Duration: 20 minutes Kick It! is a puzzle game where the objective is to clear all of the blocks in each level. Blocks are cleared by comparing the fractions written on each block, and then kicking the blocks into each other.

Math Clash Estimated Duration: 5 minutes Today we’re going to be learning how to compare fractions. Remember that fractions are special numbers that show equal parts of a whole. When we compare them, we’re trying to figure out which fraction is greater and which is smaller. It’s important to know how to compare fractions if you want to make sure that you get your fair share!

Marian's Fractions & Jumps Estimated Duration: 23 minutes Marian is a very active girl who will guide you through four fun levels to teach you everything about comparing fractions. Same denominators or same numerators? Marian's got you covered! Run, jump and find all the coins in each level while you solve all the fraction puzzles!

Galaxy Escape Estimated Duration: 20 minutes 10 Bright Monsters have been captured in space and they need your help to cross the galaxy jumping between platforms, finding them, and releasing them by correctly answering each question. Each monster that you release and unlock will be available to play with in the next level, in the search for the next monster. In your journey, you’ll be able to find power-ups, like ‘Double points’ and ‘Slow down’, which can be activated by finding gems, and their duration can be extended by correctly answering a question. Unlock and release the 10 different monsters and a spaceship along 10 different levels, while you make the most possible points.

Comparing Two Fractions Math Games

Concepts Covered

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