Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers is challenging for 5th Graders. Let’s take a look at some steps to help our students with fractions. I mentioned in my last post some fifth graders I worked with recently that were struggling to add and subtract mixed numbers. It is no wonder. You have to be able to […]


Find a Common Denominator
Fractions. Wow. I had no idea when I asked to move to fifth grade that is would be all about fractions. There are so many little areas that my kiddos get tripped up on. I miss the days when the hardest thing my students struggled with was borrowing. Well, my latest set of task cards […]


Fraction Task Card Organization
When I started 5th grade this year I had no idea it was going to be the year of fractions. Fractions, fractions, fractions. I’m finding that the time I have for directly teaching fractions is just not enough. So, I’ve been working to find ways to make the most of every moment. Task cards […]


Fun Friday Fraction Freebie
Whether you are spending today shopping or enjoying left overs, I hope you are having a fun Friday. I have a fun freebie I’m excited to share with you! The other day I shared with you in this post about how I’m creating some task cards for my students. I love that task cards can […]

