Visual Models of Equivalent Fractions Math Games

4 games

In this series of games, your students will learn to explain why a fraction a/b is equivalent to a fraction (n × a)/(n × b) by using visual fraction models. The Visual Models of Equivalent 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 4.NF.A.1 as written in the common core national math standards.

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Concepts Covered

Multiplying a fraction by any fraction with the same numerator and denominator is the same as multiplying by 1. Find equivalent fractions by multiplying by a fraction equivalent to 1 in the form of n/n.

A preview of each game in the learning objective is found below.

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Fractions: Equality - Equality Lab Estimated Duration: 10 minutes Compare four different representations of equivalent fractions. Partition fraction into smaller pieces while maintaining the same value. Note: Students will automatically move through this simulation after 10 minutes of playtime.

Fraction Legend: 4th Grade Estimated Duration: 20 minutes Learn about fractions while discovering a forgotten medieval island

Rocketo: Equivalent Fractions Estimated Duration: 7 minutes Learn with Rocketo all about equivalent fractions in a fun experience!

Newton Pool Estimated Duration: 15 minutes The game consists of hand-crafted levels where the player controls a white ball. The goal of each level is to get the white ball to the end of the level in as few moves as possible, while racking up points by bumping golden balls into obstacles on the way! The game does not have any instructional math content, it simply has math review questions spread throughout.

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.

Fraction Dungeon Escape Estimated Duration: 10 minutes Fraction Dungeon Escape is a point-and-click adventure game about equivalent fractions. Escape and unlock the secrets of the mysterious dungeon with the help of a celestial guardian named Maki. Solve puzzles related to equivalent fractions and overcome obstacles in your quest for freedom.

Equivalence Estimated Duration: 15 minutes Time for potions! Help out a wizard lady in her potion shop. Learn about Equivalence, and compare similar fractions!

Finding Equivalent Fractions Estimated Duration: 5 minutes In this video, students learn how to recognize equivalent fractions as well as generate them through multiplying by a fraction that is equivalent to 1.

Visual Models of Equivalent Fractions Math Games

Concepts Covered

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