Simplify fractions

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My favorite way to simplify fractions is by working through a list or prime numbers, checking if both numerator and denominator divide by each larger prime. I like this method because it makes simplifying fractions super concrete for students who need it. It also helps eliminate errors that can occur when a factor is missed. Students who aren't as confident with their division facts can even use a calculator (or divisibility rules) to check each prime. After posting the left video above, I…

Learn how to simplify fractions to their lowest terms with this challenging math tutorial! #fractions #math

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Simplify Fractions and Common Denominators anchor chart

Fractions in Simplest Form... An Interactive Anchor Chart by Crafting Connections!

I’m here to share a fraction anchor chart freebie and a hands-on mini lesson idea I used with my math intervention students. When we started our unit on fractions and did our pre-assessments, I quickly learned that I have a small group of students who need quite a bit of intervention. Unfortunately, many of them...

Dividing Fractions Worksheet image and visual related images

This notes page provides basic visual vocabulary for proper fractions, improper fractions and mixed numbers. It then provides step by step directions, and examples, for converting between proper and improper fractions as well as for simplifying fractions.