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Captain Comparison's Fraction Face-Off

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Game Info for Teachers

COMBINED RATING

3.7 Stars

TEACHERS (4)

3.5

STUDENTS (780)

3.9

LENGTH

20 Minutes

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Description

In the mystical world of fractions, where numerators and denominators dance upon the waves, you find yourself in an unexpected predicament. You are Captain Comparison, a daring explorer who has been mysteriously transformed into a skeleton. But fear not! Your quest for restoration begins now. The legend speaks of an ancient island. On this island lies a priceless treasure—a magical gem that can reverse your skeletal fate and restore you to your original form. But beware! The path to this gem is fraught with peril, and only the sharpest minds can navigate it.

Vocabulary Words

fractions

less than (<)

equal to (=)

greater than (>)

numerator

denominator

least common denominator (LCD)

benchmark fractions

least common multiple (LCM)

number line

Instructions

Play through this interactive game to learn about Comparison of Fractions. Suitable for Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5.

Main Concepts

Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators by creating common numerators or denominators.

Record the results of comparison of fractions using < , = , > and justify the conclusions.

Use benchmark fractions to compare fractions.

Realize that comparisons are only valid when the two fractions refer to the same whole.

Discussion Questions

Before the Game

What do fractions represent? What are the words and symbols we use when we compare two numbers or fractions? What are the two ways we can use to compare two fractions?

After the Game

What are three common benchmark fractions we can use when we are comparing two fractions? Which method, LCD or benchmark fractions, did you use more often to compare the two fractions? Were there any other strategies you used to compare the two fractions?