Grade 4 Unit 3 The Wonder of Fractions 1
Immerse your child in the exciting world of fractions with "The Wonder of Fractions 1" unit. This engaging learning experience brings the abstract concept of fractions to life through hands-on activities, such as crafts, movement, games, and cooking.
The primary purpose of this first fraction unit is to bring the concept that "a fraction is a part of a whole" to life and to become comfortable working with fractions in simple ways. The unit kicks off with a dramatic and hands-on introduction to fractions, followed by a month-long journey of activities that make fractions come alive. Food is integrated into the learning process, providing ample opportunities for your child to divide and enjoy delicious treats. Additionally, your child will create their own math manipulatives by drawing, cutting, and crafting fraction shapes. This unit accommodates each child's unique learning pace, ensuring a comfortable and personalized exploration of fractions.
This purchase includes one digital curriculum unit with 15 days of lesson plans and 5 days of flexible projects. This unit will inspire you with beautiful images, clear instructions and exciting project ideas.
And that's not all. You will also gain access to the Wonder Hub, which includes supporting documents, videos, resources, and community.
The Wonder of Fractions 1
Learning Standards
Concept: Fractions and decimals are types of numbers that can represent quantities.
Connections: Your child is gaining an understanding of the concept of fractions through hands-on activities such as walking, counting, and cutting up food. They are making connections between fractions and decimals.
Language Arts
Concept: Language and text can be a source of creativity and joy.
Connection: The suggested book for this unit is The Kalevala, an epic Finnish Tale that your child can either read independently or hear as you read it to them.
Science
Concepts: The motions of Earth and the moon cause observable patterns that affect living and non-living systems. Earth’s annual movement causes local changes.
Connections: Your child is observing the seasonal changes and making connections to the position of the Earth. Your child is observing the patterns of the moon and discussing this effect on human and non-living systems.
Social Studies
Concept: Construct narratives that capture the attitudes, values, and worldviews commonly held by people at different times or places. Develop perspective.
Connection: The suggested book for this unit is The Kalevala, which tells the story of the relations—amicable at first but increasingly hostile—between the people of Kaleva and the northern tribe of Pohjola. Through reading and discussing this book, your child will recognize differing perspectives within the narrative.