Our Improper Fraction Game Makes Conversions Fun!

Are you looking for an improper fraction game that strengthens your students’ understanding of mixed numbers and improper fractions? This memory-style game will encourage students to find equivalent fractions of different representations. Each match includes:

• Mixed number
• Improper fraction
• Word form
• Visual representation

To play this improper fraction game, shuffle the cards and place them face down. Players will take turns choosing two cards and flipping them over. If the cards represent the same amount, the player keeps the cards to the side. The player will have an additional turn if he/she finds a match. If a player draws two cards that do not represent the same amount, the cards are returned and it is the next player’s turn.

Using Our Improper Fraction to Mixed Numbers Game

This improper fraction game has so many uses! Here are a few fun game ideas:

🏃 Relay Race

Divide students into two team lines and show a flashcard to the students at the front of each line. The student who produces a correct equivalent fraction in a mixed number or improper fraction first wins the flashcard. The team with the most flashcards at the end of the game wins!

💃 Mirror Game🕺

This activity works best with small groups because you’ll need enough dry-erase boards and markers for each student. Divide your class into two groups seated in two lines facing each other. Project a task card and give students a set time to record a fraction that is a mixed number or improper fraction on their board. On your cue, the students turn their boards around so their partner can see their answers. If both students in a pair have the correct answer, they get two points. If one has the correct answer, the team gets one point.

We recommend printing this improper fraction to mixed number game on cardstock for added durability and longevity. Place all pieces in a folder or large envelope for easy access. 

Download This Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions Game

Printing and using our converting mixed numbers to improper fractions game is easy! Use the dropdown icon on the Download button to choose between the PDF or editable Google Slides version of this resource. 

This resource was created by Lauren Blankenship, a teacher in Florida and Teach Starter Collaborator. 

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