Solve Fraction Word Problems Lesson Plan for 5th Grade Example Students

Topic: Solve Fraction Word Problems

Objectives & Outcomes

• By the end of this lesson, students will be able to solve fraction word problems using the standard algorithm.

Materials

• Fraction cards (one half, one third, one fourth, etc.)
• Fraction worksheets with fraction word problems

Warm-up

• Ask students if they have ever seen a fraction before.
• Ask them to name some fractions they know (e.g. quarter, half).
• Write the fractions on the board and ask students to match them with the corresponding fraction card.

Direct Instruction

• Define what a fraction is (a number that is divided into equal parts).
• Introduce the names of the parts of a fraction (numerator and denominator).
• Explain that to solve a fraction word problem, we need to identify the fraction and find the matching fraction card.
• Use some of the problems from the cards to demonstrate how to solve a fraction word problem.

Guided Practice

• Pass out the fraction cards and fraction word problems.
• Have students work in pairs to solve the problems.
• Guide students through the process of identifying the fraction and finding the matching fraction card.
• As students work, check for accuracy and help as needed.
• After all the problems have been solved, review the solutions as a class.

Independent Practice

• Have students choose a fraction word problem to solve on their own.
• Encourage students to use the process we learned to solve the problem and check their answer for accuracy.
• Allow time for students to work on their chosen problem.

Closure

• Review the steps for solving fraction word problems.
• Ask students to share their solution to their chosen problem.
• Discuss any difficulties or successes students had while solving their problem.

Assessment:

• Observe students during the guided and independent practice activities to assess their understanding of the steps for solving fraction word problems.
• Collect and review their solutions to the fraction word problems to assess their ability to solve the problems accurately and effectively.