Common Fractions

Mr. Added introduces a lesson on fractions using a pizza-sharing story. He explains how fractions represent parts of a whole, using examples like pencils, shoes, and octopus legs. The lesson covers the concepts of numerator and denominator, and how larger denominators mean smaller pieces. Practical applications in cooking and measuring are discussed, along with calculations for dividing numbers by fractions. Coach Socrates learns to choose fractions with smaller denominators for larger portions.

How many slices did Miss Palamine receive from the pizza?

What fraction of the pizza did Coach Socrates ask for?

What does 1/2 of something represent in terms of whole numbers?

Explain the relationship between the numerator and denominator in a fraction.

How do you find half of a number?

Describe how fractions relate to division.

What did Coach Socrates learn about choosing fractions for pizza?