5th Grade Math unit

5th Grade Fractions — Math

Students add and subtract mixed numbers, interpret fraction multiplication with models, reason about scaling, and build fluency with multiplying fractions and mixed numbers in context. They explain why products can be smaller or larger than a factor. Practice fraction practice, equivalent fractions, and more. This 5th grade math unit includes 3 skills and 18 lesson steps. Skills include Add and subtract mixed numbers, Interpret fraction multiplication and scaling, Multiply fractions and mixed numbers.

Add and subtract mixed numbersInterpret fraction multiplication and scalingMultiply fractions and mixed numbers

Skills and lessons

Add and subtract mixed numbers

Add and subtract mixed numbers with unlike denominators, including regrouping from a whole when needed.

6 lessons

Interpret fraction multiplication and scaling

Use fraction-of-a-whole and area models to interpret fraction multiplication and justify scaling statements about product size.

6 lessons

Multiply fractions and mixed numbers

Build fluency with fraction × whole number, fraction × fraction, and mixed-number multiplication, then apply the skills in multistep contexts.

6 lessons

Frequently asked questions

What is fractions in 5th grade math?

Fractions is a core 5th grade math topic. Skills include Add and subtract mixed numbers, Interpret fraction multiplication and scaling, Multiply fractions and mixed numbers. Students practice with short lessons and instant feedback on Besparq.

What will students learn in this 5th Grade math unit?

Students add and subtract mixed numbers, interpret fraction multiplication with models, reason about scaling, and build fluency with multiplying fractions and mixed numbers in context. They explain why products can be smaller or larger than a factor. Practice fraction practice, equivalent fractions, and more. This 5th grade math unit includes 3 skills and 18 lesson steps. Skills include Add and subtract mixed numbers, Interpret fraction multiplication and scaling, Multiply fractions and mixed numbers.

How can my child practice fractions online?

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What lessons are in this unit?

Skills include Add and subtract mixed numbers, Interpret fraction multiplication and scaling, Multiply fractions and mixed numbers. The unit has 18 lesson steps. Popular starting points include Add mixed numbers, Subtract mixed numbers without regrouping, Subtract mixed numbers with regrouping.