fractions, mixed numerals placing fractions and decimals on the number line. Start and decimals on a number line to with a scale with missing fractions such as: compare their relative values interpret a given scale to determine fractional values represented on a number line (Problem Solving) Construct a number line using string or wire in the classroom and choose an appropriate scale to divide it into simple multiples. Extend it into other multiples. For display given fractional values example, start with a number line with a scale of on a number line, eg when plotting thirds or sixths, a scale and then extend to quarters. of 3 cm for every whole is String or wire easier to use than a scale of 1 Fractions cards cm for every whole Adjustment (Communicating, Reasoning) Ask students to plot a number on the number line that is not a multiple of the denominator given. For example on the number line you plot above ‘Where would ‘?
fractions, mixed numerals and decimals on a number line to compare their relative values interpret a given scale to determine fractional values represented on a number line (Problem Solving) choose an appropriate scale to display given fractional values on a number line, eg when plotting thirds or sixths, a scale of 3 cm for every whole is easier to use than a scale of 1 cm for every whole (Communicating, Reasoning) placing fractions and decimals on the number line. Start with a scale with missing fractions such as: Construct a number line using string or wire in the classroom and divide it into simple multiples. Extend it into other multiples. For example, start with a number line with a scale of and then extend to quarters. Adjustment Ask students to plot a number on the number line that is not a multiple of the denominator given. For example on the number line above ‘Where would you plot ‘? String or wire Fractions cards