Fractions Activities: Chocolate Theme
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Coordinating Activities
Fractions Activities: Chocolate Theme
- 2 fraction flap books: kids match each picture to its number and word (one-whole, one-half, one-fourth, three-fourths, one-third, two-thirds and more)
- 2 spin and cover fraction mats
- Bump fraction game with instructions
- Chocolate fraction matching game cards
Each activity uses the same fractions, so kids see them as pictures, numbers and words.
Required Materials:
- Paper, printer and ink (cardstock works well for the game cards)
- Laminator (optional)
- Scissors
- Stapler
- Paper fastener or paper clip and pencil for the spinner
- Game markers
Standards for Fractions
These fraction activities support second and third grade math standards connected to naming and representing fractions.
Common Core State Standards
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.2.G.A.3: Partition circles and rectangles into two, three or four equal shares, describe the shares using the words halves, thirds, half of, a third of, etc., and describe the whole as two halves, three thirds, four fourths. Recognize that equal shares of identical wholes need not have the same shape. Kids name each fraction and describe the equal parts.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.1: Understand a fraction 1/b as the quantity formed by 1 part when a whole is partitioned into b equal parts; understand a fraction a/b as the quantity formed by a parts of size 1/b. Kids name each fraction shown in the pictures.
TEKS for Mathematics
- TEKS 3.3(A): Represent fractions greater than zero and less than or equal to one with denominators of 2, 3, 4, 6 and 8 using concrete objects and pictorial models, including strip diagrams and number lines. Kids match pictures, numbers and words for each fraction.
Virginia Mathematics Standards of Learning
- 2.NS.3.e: Given a context, represent, name and write fractional parts of a whole for halves, fourths, eighths, thirds and sixths. Kids name and write each fraction.
Fractions Activities: Chocolate Theme give second and third grade kids four hands-on ways to practice halves, thirds, fourths and sixths with a chocolate theme.
Kids build flap books that match each fraction picture to its number and word, then play spin and cover, Bump and a matching game.
Start with the flap books to teach the fractions, then use the games for practice in a math center.
How to Use Fractions Activities: Chocolate Theme
- Print and cut out the flap book pieces.
- Kids staple the flap book and match each picture to its number and word.
- Spin and cover: spin a fraction and cover the matching picture.
- Bump: spin and place a marker; if a friend is already there, bump them off.
- Matching game: flip two cards and look for the same fraction.
Partner Game: Play Bump or the matching game with a friend.
Small Group: Build the flap books together and talk about each fraction.
Easy Ways to Differentiate These Fraction Activities
Every group has a mix of fraction skills. These simple changes keep the activity familiar while meeting each child where they are.
For Children Who Need More Support:
- Start with halves and fourths.
- Use real fraction pieces.
- Play the matching game face up.
- Name each fraction together.
For On-Level Practice:
- Make both flap books.
- Play each game.
- Say each fraction out loud.
- Check with a partner.
For an Extra Challenge:
- Draw your own fraction pictures.
- Compare two fractions.
- Write each fraction in words.
- Find a fraction that equals one-half.
For Speech, OT, ELL or Special Education Support:
- Talk through each step together and give plenty of wait time.
- Accept pointing, gestures, AAC or any communication method the child already uses.
- Use real fraction pieces or paper plates.
- Color the shaded parts.
Fractions Activities: Chocolate Theme Are Perfect For:
- Second grade
- Third grade
- Candy and chocolate themes
- Math centers
- Small-group instruction
- Intervention
- Special education
- ELL and multilingual learners
- Homeschool
