Equivalent Fractions: Same Value, Different Look

Grade 4 Math Understanding fractions that are equal

What Are Fractions?

A fraction shows parts of a whole The top number is the numerator The bottom number is the denominator Example: 1/2 means 1 out of 2 equal parts

Think About This!

If you eat 1/2 of a chocolate bar and your friend eats 2/4 of the same size chocolate bar, who ate more?

Discovering Equivalent Fractions

Equivalent fractions have the same value They look different but represent equal amounts 1/2 = 2/4 = 3/6 = 4/8 The pieces are different sizes, but the total amount is the same

Hands-On Fraction Fun

Use fraction strips to compare 1/3 and 2/6 Place the strips on top of each other Do they show the same amount? Try with other fraction pairs!

Finding Equivalent Fractions

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Equivalent Fractions in Real Life

Fraction Detective Challenge

Find the missing numerator or denominator 2/3 = ?/6 4/8 = 1/? 3/5 = 6/? Work with a partner to solve!

Quick Check Understanding

Which fraction is NOT equivalent to 1/4? A) 2/8 B) 3/12 C) 4/15 D) 5/20

What We Learned Today

Equivalent fractions have the same value but different appearances We can find them by multiplying or dividing by the same number Visual models help us see equivalent relationships Equivalent fractions appear in everyday situations