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    • Fractions Using Models Skills

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    • Partition to Match the Fractions
      Fractions Using Models
      Partition to Match the Fractions

      Have your own math-themed party by learning how to partition to match the fractions.

      3 3.NF.1
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    • Partition into Equal Parts
      Fractions Using Models
      Partition into Equal Parts

      Kids must partition into equal parts to practice fractions.

      3 3.NF.1
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    • Choose the Correct Partition
      Fractions Using Models
      Choose the Correct Partition

      Apply your knowledge of fractions to choose the correct partition.

      3 3.NF.1
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    • Choose the Correct Partition to Match the Fraction
      Fractions Using Models
      Choose the Correct Partition to Match the Fraction

      Shine bright in the math world by learning to choose the correct partition to match the fraction.

      3 3.NF.1
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    Fractions On A Number Line Skills

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    • Identify Fractions on Number Lines
      Fractions On A Number Line
      Identify Fractions on Number Lines

      Enjoy the marvel of mathematics by exploring how to identify fractions on number lines.

      3 4 3.NF.2.b
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    • Missing Denominators on Number Lines
      Fractions On A Number Line
      Missing Denominators on Number Lines

      Enter the madness of math-multiverse by figuring out the missing denominators on number lines.

      3 3.NF.2.b
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    • Missing Numerators on Number Lines
      Fractions On A Number Line
      Missing Numerators on Number Lines

      Have your own math-themed party by learning how to find the missing numerators on number lines.

      3 3.NF.2.b
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    • Missing Fractions on Number Lines
      Fractions On A Number Line
      Missing Fractions on Number Lines

      Learn to solve math problems by finding the missing fractions on number lines.

      3 3.NF.2.b
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    Compare Fractions Skills

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    • Compare Unit Fractions on the Number Line
      Compare Fractions Using A Number Line
      Compare Unit Fractions on the Number Line

      Learn to solve problems by comparing unit fractions on the number line.

      3 3.NF.3.d
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    • Compare Fraction with Same Denominators
      Compare Fractions Using A Number Line
      Compare Fraction with Same Denominators

      Use your math skills to compare fractions with the same denominators.

      3 3.NF.3.d
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    • Compare Unit Fractions using Real World Models
      Compare Fractions Using Models
      Compare Unit Fractions using Real World Models

      Dive deep into the world of fractions by comparing unit fractions using real world models.

      3 3.NF.3.d
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    • Compare Unit Fractions using Visual Models
      Compare Fractions Using Models
      Compare Unit Fractions using Visual Models

      Take a deep dive into the world of math by comparing unit fractions using visual models.

      3 3.NF.3.d
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    Equivalent Fractions Skills

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    • Complete Equivalent Fractions
      Equivalent Fractions Using Models
      Complete Equivalent Fractions

      Begin the exciting journey of becoming a math wizard by learning to complete equivalent fractions.

      3 4 3.NF.3.b
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    • Are the Fractions Equivalent
      Equivalent Fractions Using Models
      Are the Fractions Equivalent

      Sharpen your fraction skills with this 'Are the Fractions Equivalent' game.

      3 4 3.NF.3.b
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    • Identify Equivalent Fractions
      Equivalent Fractions Using Models
      Identify Equivalent Fractions

      Treat yourself to an immersive learning experience by identifying equivalent fractions.

      3 4 3.NF.3.b
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    • Generate Multiple Equivalent Fractions
      Equivalent Fractions Using A Number Line
      Generate Multiple Equivalent Fractions

      Be on your way to become a mathematician by learning to generate multiple equivalent fractions.

      3 4 3.NF.3.b
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    Fractions Operations Skills

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    • Take Help of Models to add Fraction Bigger than 1
      Add Fractions
      Take Help of Models to add Fraction Bigger than 1

      Enjoy the marvel of mathematics by learning to take help of models to add fractions bigger than 1.

      3 4 4.NF.3.a
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    • Use Fractions Models to FInd the Sum
      Add Fractions
      Use Fractions Models to FInd the Sum

      Add more arrows to your child’s math quiver by using fraction models to find the sum.

      3 4 4.NF.3.a
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    • Find the Sum WIth Help of Fraction Models
      Add Fractions
      Find the Sum WIth Help of Fraction Models

      Practice to find the sum with the help of fraction models in this game.

      3 4 4.NF.3.a
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    • Create Non-Unit Fractions Without Visual
      Add Fractions
      Create Non-Unit Fractions Without Visual

      Help kids practice fractions by creating non-unit fractions without visuals.

      3 3.NF.1
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    All Fractions Skills

    • Compare and Model Greater Fraction
      Compare Fractions
      Compare and Model Greater Fraction

      Practice the superpower of fractions by learning how to compare and model greater fractions.

      3 3.NF.3.d
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    • Compare Unit Fractions without Visual Models
      Order Fractions
      Compare Unit Fractions without Visual Models

      Have your own math-themed party by learning how to compare unit fractions without visual models.

      3 3.NF.3.d
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    • Select the Pair of Equivalent Fractions
      Equivalent Fractions
      Select the Pair of Equivalent Fractions

      Enjoy the marvel of mathematics by exploring how to select the pair of equivalent fractions.

      3 4 3.NF.3.b
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    • Compare and Model Smaller Fraction
      Compare Fractions
      Compare and Model Smaller Fraction

      Have your own math-themed party by learning how to compare and model smaller fractions.

      3 3.NF.3.d
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    • Order Fractions with Same Denominator
      Order Fractions
      Order Fractions with Same Denominator

      Practice the superpower of fractions by learning how to order fractions with the same denominator.

      3 4 3.NF.3.d
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    • Divide and Complete the Equivalent Fraction
      Equivalent Fractions
      Divide and Complete the Equivalent Fraction

      Use your math skills to divide and complete the equivalent fraction.

      3 4 4.NF.1
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    • Compare Fractions with Like Denominators
      Compare Fractions
      Compare Fractions with Like Denominators

      Have your own math-themed party by learning to compare fractions with like denominators.

      3 4 3.NF.3.d
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    • Order Fractions with Same Numerator
      Order Fractions
      Order Fractions with Same Numerator

      Enjoy the marvel of math-multiverse by exploring how to order fractions with the same numerator.

      3 4 3.NF.3.d
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    • Select a Pair of Equivalent Fractions
      Equivalent Fractions
      Select a Pair of Equivalent Fractions

      Kids must select a pair of equivalent fractions correctly.

      3 4 4.NF.1
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    • Compare Fractions with Same Denominator
      Compare Fractions
      Compare Fractions with Same Denominator

      Unearth the wisdom of mathematics by learning how to compare fractions with the same denominator.

      3 4 3.NF.3.d
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    • Understand Unit Fractions
      Fractions Using Models
      Understand Unit Fractions

      Learn to solve math problems by understanding unit fractions.

      3 3.NF.1
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    • Mark Unit Fractions on Number Lines
      Fractions On A Number Line
      Mark Unit Fractions on Number Lines

      Let your child see the world through math-colored shades by marking unit fractions on number lines!

      3 4 3.NF.2.b
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    • Compare Fractions with Like Numerators
      Compare Fractions
      Compare Fractions with Like Numerators

      Add more arrows to your child’s math quiver by comparing fractions with like numerators.

      3 4 3.NF.3.d
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    • Add Like Fractions using Number Lines
      Fractions Operations
      Add Like Fractions using Number Lines

      Use your fraction skills to add like fractions using number lines.

      3 4 4.NF.3.a
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    • Understand Equivalent Fractions
      Fractions Using Models
      Understand Equivalent Fractions

      Help your child understand equivalent fractions with this fun game.

      3 3.NF.1
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    • Mark Fractions on Number Lines
      Fractions On A Number Line
      Mark Fractions on Number Lines

      Add more arrows to your child’s math quiver by marking fractions on number lines.

      3 4 3.NF.2.b
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    • Add Like Fractions
      Fractions Operations
      Add Like Fractions

      Shine bright in the math world by learning how to add like fractions.

      3 4 4.NF.3.a
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    • Partition to Make a Non-Unit Fraction
      Fractions Using Models
      Partition to Make a Non-Unit Fraction

      Use your math skills to partition to make a non-unit fraction.

      3 3.NF.1
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    • Choose the Fraction Marked on the Number Line
      Fractions On A Number Line
      Choose the Fraction Marked on the Number Line

      Shine bright in the math world by learning how to choose the fraction marked on the number line.

      3 4 4.NF.1
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    • Generate Equivalent Fractions
      Equivalent Fractions
      Generate Equivalent Fractions

      Kids must generate equivalent fractions to refine their math skills.

      3 4 3.NF.3.b
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    • Add Fractions WIth the Aid of a Number LIne
      Fractions Operations
      Add Fractions WIth the Aid of a Number LIne

      Ask your little one to add fractions with the aid of a number line to play this game.

      3 4 4.NF.3.a
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    • Understand Non-Unit Fractions
      Fractions Using Models
      Understand Non-Unit Fractions

      Enjoy the marvel of math-multiverse by understanding non-unit fractions.

      3 3.NF.1
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    • Place the Fraction on the Number Line
      Fractions On A Number Line
      Place the Fraction on the Number Line

      Add more arrows to your child’s math quiver by placing the fraction on the number line.

      3 4 4.NF.1
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    • Compare Fractions Using Fraction Strips
      Compare Fractions
      Compare Fractions Using Fraction Strips

      Enjoy the marvel of math-multiverse by exploring how to compare fractions using fraction strips.

      3 3.NF.3.d
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    • Identify the Equivalent Models
      Equivalent Fractions
      Identify the Equivalent Models

      Take a deep dive into the world of math by identifying equivalent models.

      3 4 3.NF.3.b
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    • Add Like Fractions to Get a Sum Greater than 1
      Fractions Operations
      Add Like Fractions to Get a Sum Greater than 1

      Kids must add like fractions to get a sum greater than 1.

      3 4 4.NF.3.a
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    • Model Fractions on Visual Models
      Fractions Using Models
      Model Fractions on Visual Models

      Shine bright in the math world by learning how to model fractions on visual models.

      3 3.NF.1
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    • Identify the Mixed Number on the Number Line
      Fractions On A Number Line
      Identify the Mixed Number on the Number Line

      Sharpen your fraction skills by identifying the mixed number on the number line.

      3 4 4.NF.1
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    • Compare Fractions Using Different Models
      Compare Fractions
      Compare Fractions Using Different Models

      Kids must compare fractions using different models to practice the concept.

      3 4 3.NF.3.d
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    • Recognize Equivalent Fractions
      Equivalent Fractions
      Recognize Equivalent Fractions

      Learn to solve math problems by recognizing equivalent fractions.

      3 4 3.NF.3.b
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    • Solve the Word Problems on Fraction Addition
      Fractions Operations
      Solve the Word Problems on Fraction Addition

      Have your own math-themed party by learning how to solve the word problems on fraction addition.

      3 4 4.NF.3.d
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    What Is a Fraction?

    A fraction represents a part of a whole which is equally divided into different parts. 

    A fraction has two parts - numerator and denominator. Numerator is the number written at the top. It represents the number of parts taken from the whole. Denominator is the number written at the bottom. It represents the total number of equal parts the whole is equally divided into. The line that separates the numerator and the denominator is called a fraction bar.

    Example: If you divide a whole pizza into 8 equal slices, each slice will represent 1 part out of 8 equal parts. It is represented by the fraction \(\frac{1}{8}\). Similarly, two slices are represented by the fraction \(\frac{2}{8}\);  three slices are represented by the fraction \(\frac{3}{8}\), and so on.

    A pizza divided into 8 equal slices

     

    Check out Identify Fractions Games for 3rd Graders to explore some simple and interactive fraction games for 3rd graders.

    Whole Numbers as Fractions

    Whole numbers can be represented as fractions by placing them over the denominator of one. For example, the whole number 3 can be written as \(\frac{3}{1}\), where 3 is the numerator and 1 is the denominator. 

    This concept helps in understanding that every whole number is also a fraction with a denominator of 1. Fractions are a way to express parts of a whole, and when the whole is equal to one, it results in whole numbers as fractions.
     

    Whole number 3 as a fraction

     

    Each of the circles is represented as \(\frac{1}{1}\) and there are 3 such whole objects. Thus, the fraction represented here is \(\frac{3}{1}\).

    Types of Fractions

    I. Proper Fractions: These are fractions in which the numerator (the top number) is smaller than the denominator (the bottom number). For example, \(\frac{1}{6}\), \(\frac{6}{11}\), etc.

    II. Improper Fractions: These are fractions in which the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator. For example, \(\frac{5}{2}\), \(\frac{7}{5}\), etc.

    III. Mixed Numbers or Mixed Fractions: A mixed number consists of a whole number and a proper fraction. They have an integer part and a fractional part. For example, \(1\;\frac{1}{4}\) , \(2\;\frac{1}{3}\), etc.

    IV. Equivalent Fractions: Fractions that appear different but have the exact same value are known as equivalent fractions. They have different numerators and denominators but represent the same value. Equivalent fractions have exactly the same size.

    Learn more about equivalent fractions through Equivalent Fractions Games for 3rd Graders!

    V. Like Fractions (Fractions with Same Denominators): Two fractions are said to be like fractions if they have the same denominators. For instance,  \(\frac{3}{8}\) and \(\frac{2}{8}\) are like fractions.

    VI. Unlike Fractions (Fractions with Different Denominators): Two fractions are said to be like fractions if they have different denominators. For instance,  \(\frac{2}{7}\) and \(\frac{3}{4}\) are unlike fractions.

    VII. Unit Fractions: Unit fractions are fractions whose numerator is 1. When comparing two unit fractions, the fraction with the greater denominator is the smaller fraction. For example, \(\frac{1}{2}\), \(\frac{1}{6}\), \(\frac{1}{63}\), etc. are unit fractions. 

    How To Compare Fractions

    Understanding how to compare fractions is essential for later stages when ordering fractions. Comparing two fractions involves using the symbols <, >, or =.

    Example: \(\frac{2}{5}\) < \(\frac{4}{5}\) since 2 < 4

    Example: \(\frac{1}{2}\) and \(\frac{1}{4}\)

    In the first square, one part of two equal parts is shaded to represent \(\frac{1}{2}\).

    In the second square, one part of four equal parts is shaded to represent \(\frac{1}{4}\).

    The shaded region of the first square is more than that of the second one. 

    Thus, \(\frac{1}{2}\) > \(\frac{1}{4}\)

    Visual method of comparing unlike fractions

     

    Example: \(\frac{1}{2}\) > \(\frac{1}{4}\) since 2 < 4

    \(\frac{2}{5}\) > \(\frac{2}{9}\) since 5 < 9

    Example: \(\frac{1}{6}\) = \(\frac{2}{12}\) = \(\frac{4}{24}\)

    Check out Compare Fractions Games for 3rd Graders to explore a variety of fraction comparison games and watch your children grow more confident in comparing and understanding fractions!

    Overview of Fraction Concepts in Grade 3

    I. Introduction to Fractions

    II. Fractions on the Number Line

    III. Equivalent Fractions

    IV. Comparing Fractions

    Importance of Learning Fractions in the Third-grade Curriculum

    Playful Learning: Teaching Tools for Fractions in Grade 3

    In 3rd grade, fractions are introduced as a new concept. The Common Core curriculum suggests using math manipulatives and interactive games to teach fractions effectively. Encouraging kids to engage in problem-solving activities helps them grasp fractions with greater understanding and enthusiasm.

    Fraction chart is one of the most commonly used tools for the topic.
     

    Fraction chart
     

    Fraction circles can be used for educational math games as well as a manipulative to teach fractions.
     

    Fraction Circles
     

    Real Life Relevance of Grade 3 Fraction Concepts for Children

    Importance of Introducing Fractions to 3rd Graders Kids through Games

    3rd grade fraction games provide an effective way for kids to grasp fraction basics effortlessly. 

    Online fraction games simplify the seemingly complicated concept of fractions, making it easier for kids to understand and practice. Engaging puzzles and real-life-based problems keep students interested and motivated as they embark on their fraction learning journey.

    What Are 5 Best Fun Games and Activities for Grade 3 Kids on Fractions?

    Here are 5 fun Fractions online games and activities by SplashLearn:

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