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Unit Fractions – Deck of Cards

Updated: 30 Mar 2023

Use this deck of 30 cards to practice different concepts with unit fractions.

Editable: Google Slides
Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 1 Page
Grades: 3 - 5

Curriculum

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.1

Understand a fraction 1/b as the quantity formed by 1 part when a whole is partitioned into b equal parts; understand a fraction a/b as the quantity formed by a parts of size 1/b.
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.2

Understand a fraction as a number on the number line; represent fractions on a number line diagram.
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.3

Explain equivalence of fractions in special cases, and compare fractions by reasoning about their size.
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.3.D

Compare two fractions with the same numerator or the same denominator by reasoning about their size. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions refer to the same whole. Record the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, or...
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.NF.A.2

Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators, e.g., by creating common denominators or numerators, or by comparing to a benchmark fraction such as 1/2. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions ref...
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NF.A.1

Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators (including mixed numbers) by replacing given fractions with equivalent fractions in such a way as to produce an equivalent sum or difference of fractions with like denominators. For example, 2/3 + 5...

Math 3.3(A)

Represent fractions greater than zero and less than or equal to one with denominators of 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 using concrete objects and pictorial models, including strip diagrams and number lines;
Math 3.3(B)

Determine the corresponding fraction greater than zero and less than or equal to one with denominators of 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 given a specified point on a number line;
Math 3.3(C)

Explain that the unit fraction 1/b represents the quantity formed by one part of a whole that has been partitioned into b equal parts where b is a non-zero whole number;
Math 3.3(D)

Compose and decompose a fraction a/b with a numerator greater than zero and less than or equal to b as a sum of parts 1/b;
Math 3.3(H)

Compare two fractions having the same numerator or denominator in problems by reasoning about their sizes and justifying the conclusion using symbols, words, objects, and pictorial models.
Math 4.3(D)

Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators and represent the comparison using the symbols >, =, or
Math 5.3(H)

Represent and solve addition and subtraction of fractions with unequal denominators referring to the same whole using objects and pictorial models and properties of operations;

teaching resource

Unit Fractions – Deck of Cards

Updated: 30 Mar 2023

Use this deck of 30 cards to practice different concepts with unit fractions.

Editable: Google Slides
Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 1 Page
Grades: 3 - 5

Use this deck of 30 cards to practice different concepts with unit fractions.

Unit Fractions – Free Printable Cards

Are your students learning about unit fractions? If you need a printable resource that can be used for a variety of activities, you have come to the right place!

Some ways to use these unit fraction cards:

Have students flip over a card and draw a pictorial model.
Have students flip over two cards and write a comparative statement using both fractions.
Have students flip over a card and write a unit fraction that is greater than and less than the given fraction.
Have students build a number line from 0 to 1 using some of the cards.
For older students, flip two cards over and find the sum or difference.

These flashcards work beautifully when printed on cardstock and placed into a math center.

Tips for Differentiation + Scaffolding

A team of dedicated, experienced educators created this resource to support your math lessons.

If you have a mixture of above and below-level learners, check out these suggestions for keeping students on track with the concepts:

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Jump In Line

Have students stand up and provide each with a number card. Then challenge them to silently put themselves in numerical order.

🖍️ Draw It!

This activity can also be used as a formative assessment. Pick a random assortment of cards and project them on the board for the whole class to see. Have each student draw a different representation for each unit fraction. This may be a visual model, number line, etc.

Easily Prepare This Resource for Your Students

Use the dropdown icon on the Download button to choose between the PDF or editable Google Slides version of this resource.

Print on cardstock for added durability and longevity. Place all pieces in a folder or large envelope for easy access.

Cassandra Friesen, a teacher in Colorado and Teach Starter collaborator contributed to this resource.

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Curriculum

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.1

Understand a fraction 1/b as the quantity formed by 1 part when a whole is partitioned into b equal parts; understand a fraction a/b as the quantity formed by a parts of size 1/b.
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.2

Understand a fraction as a number on the number line; represent fractions on a number line diagram.
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.3

Explain equivalence of fractions in special cases, and compare fractions by reasoning about their size.
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.3.D

Compare two fractions with the same numerator or the same denominator by reasoning about their size. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions refer to the same whole. Record the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, or...
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.NF.A.2

Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators, e.g., by creating common denominators or numerators, or by comparing to a benchmark fraction such as 1/2. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions ref...
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NF.A.1

Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators (including mixed numbers) by replacing given fractions with equivalent fractions in such a way as to produce an equivalent sum or difference of fractions with like denominators. For example, 2/3 + 5...

Math 3.3(A)

Represent fractions greater than zero and less than or equal to one with denominators of 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 using concrete objects and pictorial models, including strip diagrams and number lines;
Math 3.3(B)

Determine the corresponding fraction greater than zero and less than or equal to one with denominators of 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 given a specified point on a number line;
Math 3.3(C)

Explain that the unit fraction 1/b represents the quantity formed by one part of a whole that has been partitioned into b equal parts where b is a non-zero whole number;
Math 3.3(D)

Compose and decompose a fraction a/b with a numerator greater than zero and less than or equal to b as a sum of parts 1/b;
Math 3.3(H)

Compare two fractions having the same numerator or denominator in problems by reasoning about their sizes and justifying the conclusion using symbols, words, objects, and pictorial models.
Math 4.3(D)

Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators and represent the comparison using the symbols >, =, or
Math 5.3(H)

Represent and solve addition and subtraction of fractions with unequal denominators referring to the same whole using objects and pictorial models and properties of operations;

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