Fractions: Parts of a Set Mrs. Green’s M&M’s Activity
What is a fraction? A fraction can be described as a portion or part of a whole. A fraction can be described as a part of a set.
What is a numerator? A numerator tells the number of equal parts described. Example: 2 4
What is a denominator? The denominator tells how many equal parts there are in all Example: 2 4
Arrange your M&M’s to show: 1/3 red
Arrange your M&M’s to show: 4/6 green
Arrange your M&M’s to show: 2/5 brown
Arrange your M&M’s to show: 5/10 red
Arrange your M&M’s to show: 4/6 orange
QUIZ YOUR GROUP MEMBERS