I can compare two fractions and explain how I know which is greater.
Standard cap: 4 - Analyze and defend fraction comparisons in unfamiliar contexts.
Subskills what students must be able to do
- 1I can compare fractions using a benchmark or visual model.
- 2I can compare fractions by creating common numerators or denominators.
- 3I can use >, =, or < and justify my comparison, checking that both fractions refer to the same whole.
Proficiency Scale & ⚓️ Tasks
1 → 4 proficiency scale
“Is 3/8 less than, equal to, or greater than 1/2?”
“Compare 2/3 and 3/5 by making equivalent fractions.”
“Compare 4/5 ___ 5/6 using a strategy of your choice and explain why your comparison is true.”
“A student says 5/8 > 3/4 because 5 > 3. Find the flaw, prove the correct comparison, and explain which strategy is most efficient.”
Teach
Lessons and videos that introduce the skill7Engage NY Lesson (4)
Lesson 12 — Compare fractions on number lines
Grade 4 · Module 5 · Topic C · Lesson 12
Lesson 13 — Compare fractions on number lines (continued)
Grade 4 · Module 5 · Topic C · Lesson 13
Lesson 14 — Compare fractions
Grade 4 · Module 5 · Topic C · Lesson 14
Lesson 15 — Compare fractions (continued)
Grade 4 · Module 5 · Topic C · Lesson 15
GoMath / CP
Curriculum lessons and their exit tickets10CP Exit Ticket (5)
CP Lesson (5)
CP Lesson 6.4
GoMath chapter 6.4
CP Lesson 6.5
GoMath chapter 6.5
CP Lesson 6.6
GoMath chapter 6.6
CP Lesson 6.7
GoMath chapter 6.7
CP Lesson 6.8
GoMath chapter 6.8