Dr. Math Questions/Answers Interesting Reading Fractions

This activity is aligned to NCTM Standards - Grades 3-5: Number and Operations

The information provided through reading the questions and answers from the Ask Dr. Math archives will provide insight into fractions. As the students read the letters, have them take notes on interesting facts and procedures that they discover.

Fraction Basics
Reducing Fractions
Understanding Common Denominators
Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying, Dividing Fractions
Why Do You Invert and Multiply When Dividing Fractions?
Fractions of Musical Notes

For additional resources to use in teaching fractions, consider the following:

A Tour of Fractions
Fractions, Decimals, Percentages - Ask Dr. Math FAQ
Fractions - a Teacher2Teacher conversation
      note specifically this idea on adding fractions.