Ms. Colleen's Grade 4 Math Class - Adding and Subtracting Fractions
In this engaging fourth grade course students will investigate adding and subtracting fractions. Following the lesson, we will play a fun class game or do an activity to support learning in the mathematics curriculum.
Ms. Colleen B.Ed, B.A, Licensed Elementary Teacher
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(353)
Rising Star
What's included
8 live meetings
5 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. * Each student is unique and may require extra time outside of class to complete work. * Extension activity is provided. This is optional to help support student’s learning outside of class. These are not evaluated by me.Class Experience
US Grade 4
Adding and Subtracting Fractions This unit’s focus is on adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers. Lessons will be displayed using powerpoint or google slides. Students should have a good understanding of grade 3 fraction concepts before taking this course. Students should also have an understanding of multiplication, division, subtraction, addition and grade 3 level fractions as our warm ups will include this. Students are encouraged to use manipulatives throughout the unit. I will include a paper copy of manipulatives. Please take a look at the following description below to see if this class is a good fit for your learner. Each lesson will have the same format: * Warm up: we will do a math warm up to help turn on our minds to get ready for the lesson. A math question(s) will be displayed on a google slide. Students can record their thinking on a worksheet. Students are encouraged to share their thinking with the class. Our warm ups are focused on Multiplication, Division, Subtraction, Addition (up to 5 digits) and Fractions. * Lesson: I will teach a lesson to the class. We will work together using anchor charts, manipulatives and powerpoint presentations. Students will “Watch Me First”, explaining a concept and work through a problem. Then through guided practice, students will work through the material with me. Students will be provided with a worksheet to record their thinking as we engage in the lesson. I will be using digital manipulatives. * Independent work: Students will work on assigned work with support from me. Students will be provided with a worksheet. We will go over the work together. Students are encouraged to share their thinking with the class. * Game or activity to support the concepts learned in class. * Reflection: Students will reflect on their thinking and how they feel about the math topic. * Extension: Students will be provided with an extension activity that he or she can complete on their own time. Extension activities are a support for learning outside of class time. These activities are not evaluated by me. Lesson 1 - Decomposing Fractions Objective: Learners will practice decomposing fractions with fraction bars. For example: how many ⅛ sections make up a given shade fraction. Activity: My name in fractions. Please have something to colour with on hand. Manipulatives: Fraction Bars Lesson 2 - Decomposing Mixed Numbers Objective: Learners will practice decomposing mixed numbers with fraction bars. For example: decomposing 1 ⅔ with a visual fraction bar for support. Manipulatives: Fraction Bars Activity: Roll and Colour. Please have a paper clip, pencil and something to colour with on hand Lesson 3 - Practice Decomposing Fractions Objective: Learners will practice decomposing fractions and mixed numbers. For example: students will be asked several questions and if they agree or disagree and explain their thinking. Manipulatives: Fraction Bars Activity: Fraction Battleship Lesson 4 - Adding Fractions Objective: Learners will practice adding two fractions with the same denominators. For example: 6/15 + 4/15 using fraction strips to show thinking. Manipulatives: Fraction Bars Activity: Fraction Addition Tic Tac Toe Lesson 5 - Adding Fractions Continued Objective: Learners will continue to practice adding two fractions with the same denominators. For example: decomposing the fraction 8/6 in two different ways. Manipulatives: Fraction Bars Activity: Five In A Row Lesson 6 - Subtracting Fractions Objective: Learners will practice subtracting two fractions with the same denominators. For example: ⅚ - 3/6 using fraction strips to model thinking. Manipulatives: Fraction Bars Activity: Fraction Knock Out Lesson 7 - Subtracting Fractions Objective: Learners will continue practicing subtracting fractions. For example: practicing subtracting fractions 15/18 - 7/18 and drawing a model to represent thinking. Manipulatives: Fraction Bars Activity: Fraction Tic Tac Toe Lesson 8 - Word Problems Objective: Learners will practice answering word problems that contain adding and subtracting fractions. For example: Kate is making cupcakes. She has ¾ of a cup of flour. The recipe needs ¼ cup of flour. After she has baked her cupcakes, how much flour does she have left? Manipulatives: Fraction Bars Activity: Know or Go - Students Vs. Teacher
Learning Goals
Turn taking
Practice adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers
Solving word problems
Practice multiplication, division, addition and subtraction facts
Other Details
Supply List
Worksheets will be provided Pencil & eraser Paper or whiteboard Scissors (some students may require parental supervision), glue, coloured paper, construction paper, something to colour with Dice for some of the games Manipulatives - Fraction Bars, paper copy included.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.9
353reviews
Rising Star
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Mount Saint Vincent University
Hello, my name is Ms. Colleen. I am a certified licensed elementary school teacher. I have been a classroom teacher for over 12 years in Nova Scotia, Canada. Throughout my teaching career, I have taught students from primary to grade 8 and look forward to bring my teaching knowledge to the online classroom. I also have experience teaching ESL lessons on an online setting.
Teaching young children is my passion! I choose engaging and meaningful activities to help support life long learning. I strive to produce a positive and encouraging class environment where learners will want to participate, helping to support learners in achieving their academic goals.
I have a Bachelor of Education Degree and a Child and Youth Degree both from Mount Saint Vincent University. I also hold a Child and Youth Worker Diploma and an Early Childhood Education Diploma both from the Institute For Human Services Education. I also have received my Outschool ACE certification.
I have been a volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters, being a big sister to a grade 5 child. I have been a swimming instructor teaching children from the infant age to adults. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the piano, reading, hiking and having fun with my small dog Belle.
I can not wait to help support your child's literacy and math skills. See you in the classroom. - Ms. Colleen TaylorReviews
Live Group Class
$120
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-4 learners per class
