1. Fun with Fractions! By Amanda Story 3535 1212 9 13 4747

2. Learning Objectives Write a fraction to describe what part of a region is shaded Identify the numerator and denominator Identify equal fractions

3. TEKS 111.22. Mathematics, Grade 6. – (a) Introduction (1) Within a well-balanced mathematics curriculum, the primary focal points at Grade 6 are using ratios to describe direct proportional relationships involving number, geometry, measurement, probability, and adding and subtracting decimals and fractions. – (b) Knowledge and skills (6.1) (B) generate equivalent forms of rational numbers including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

4. Unit Questions What is a fraction? What are the parts of a fraction? When is using fractions helpful?

6. References http://www.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter1 11/ch111b.html http://www.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter1 11/ch111b.html http://www.lessonplanspage.com/MathLesso n1.htm http://www.lessonplanspage.com/MathLesso n1.htm