Have students practice how to convert a fraction to a decimal with this match-up activity perfect for math rotations.
Convert a Decimal to a Fraction
Are your students practicing how to convert between fractions and decimals? They may be using their division skills to divide the denominator by the numerator to determine the equivalent decimal value. If you are in need of an activity that your students can complete independently, Teach Starter has a match-up activity that your students can use.
This converting fractions and decimals activity includes 32 different puzzle pieces that students will match up in order to create 16 different two-piece puzzles. Students simply match up the cards so that each fraction has an equivalent decimal value.
This math matching game downloads as a full-color printable PDF or editable Google Slides file. It includes:
- Instructions
- 16 x puzzles
- Answer key
Through completing this activity, students will gain practice converting between decimals and fractions.
Alternate Game Ideas for This Converting Fractions and Decimals Resource
Looking for some fresh ideas for implementing this decimal notation resource in your classroom? Check out the suggestions below from our experienced teacher team:
- True or False Challenge – Place the cards in sets around the room and have students determine which are correctly matched and which are incorrect.
- Ordering Activity – Sort the fraction and decimal cards into separate piles. Have students order the cards from least to greatest or place them on number lines.
- Bell Ringer Task – Project a card for your students to see as soon as they enter the classroom. Have students write either the corresponding fraction or decimal on a piece of paper or in their notebooks. Collect the papers or discuss the answers as a group.
Download to Access This Fractions and Decimals Matching Game
Use the dropdown icon on the Download button to choose between the printable PDF or editable Google Slides version of this resource. You will be prompted to make a copy of the Google Slides file before saving it to your personal drive.
Print the puzzle pieces on cardstock for added durability and longevity. Place all pieces in a folder or large envelope for easy access.
This resource was created by Lorin Davies, a teacher in Texas and Teach Starter Collaborator.
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