Dividing Fractions – Printable PDF Lesson Plan

Lesson Title:Dividing Fractions

Lesson Objective: Students will be able to divide fractions with confidence and accuracy.

Materials:

  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Fraction worksheets
  • Manipulatives (fraction circles, fraction bars, etc.)
  • Calculator

    • Introduction (5 minutes):

  • Begin by reviewing the concept of fractions and their parts (numerator and denominator).
  • Write the fraction “3/4” on the board and ask students to identify the numerator and denominator.
  • Introduce the concept of dividing fractions and why it is important.

    • Direct Instruction (20 minutes):

  • Provide students with manipulatives and have them create fractions.
  • Have students practice dividing fractions using the manipulatives.
  • As they work, circulate the room and provide individual assistance as needed.
  • Introduce the process of dividing fractions by multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

    • Guided Practice (20 minutes):

  • Provide students with fraction worksheets and have them complete a set of problems together as a class.
  • Go over the answers together, discussing any misconceptions or difficulties that students may have had.
  • Have students practice finding the reciprocal of a fraction and simplifying the resulting fraction using the calculator.

    • Independent Practice (20 minutes):

  • Give students additional fraction worksheets to complete on their own.
  • Encourage students to check their work and ask for assistance if needed.
  • Provide students with a real-life scenario where they have to divide fractions, for example, calculating the portion of a pizza each person gets.

    • Closure (5 minutes):

  • Review the key concepts covered in the lesson, such as the process of dividing fractions by multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction, and why it is important.
  • Give students an opportunity to share any strategies or tips they found helpful during the lesson.
  • Preview the next lesson and the related homework.

    • Assessment:

  • Observe students during independent practice to assess their understanding of the concepts taught during the lesson.
  • Collect and review completed worksheets as a form of summative assessment.
  • Observe students during their real-life scenario activity and assess their ability to divide fractions correctly.

    • Note: The above plan is a general outline and may need to be adapted depending on the specific needs and capabilities of the students in your class.