Fractions 1 (Class 1)

Fractions 1 is designed for students entering grades 5–7 who need a solid foundation in basic fraction concepts before moving on to more advanced operations. This course emphasizes understanding what fractions represent and how to work with them confidently and accurately.

Each class begins with a short lesson or review of previously learned material, followed by guided examples, worksheet practice, and interactive online reinforcement activities. Students use visual models, number lines, and standard algorithms to develop both conceptual understanding and computational accuracy.

Topics Covered

• Understanding numerator and denominator
• Comparing fractions using common denominators and benchmarks
• Ordering fractions from least to greatest
• Equivalent fractions
• Adding fractions with like denominators
• Subtracting fractions with like denominators
• Converting mixed numbers to improper fractions
• Converting improper fractions to mixed numbers
• Simplifying fractions to lowest terms

Instructional Methods

• Teacher-led mini lessons
• Guided examples and visual models
• Pre-made worksheets
• Interactive online games (Kahoot, Blooket, and mental math activities)
• Independent practice with teacher support

End-of-Week Application

On Friday, students solve fraction word problems involving comparisons, conversions, and addition and subtraction with like denominators.

Ideal For Students Who:

• Are confused by basic fraction concepts
• Struggle to compare or order fractions
• Need practice converting mixed numbers and improper fractions
• Make errors when adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators
• Want to build a strong foundation before tackling more advanced fraction operations

By the end of the course, students will be able to compare and order fractions, add and subtract fractions with like denominators, convert between mixed numbers and improper fractions, and solve real-world fraction problems with confidence.