Recipes Task Cards: Equivalent Fractions & Compare Fractions

What if we told you there's a way to elevate your fourth graders' understanding of fraction equivalence and comparison by associating it with something as familiar and enticing as food? Imagine the intrigue and engagement that comes with tying fractions to diverse, delicious recipes from around the globe.

This unique teaching resource makes this possible, offering compelling real-world problems that help students understand the generation of equivalent fractions and the ordering of fractions. Developed with a keen focus on enhancing student engagement and deepening their grasp of fraction relations, these task cards and interactive Google + PowerPoint slides cater to the Florida B.E.S.T. Benchmarks MA.4.FR.1.3 + 1.4.

⭐️ Key Features:

• Cultivates a sense of diversity, equity & inclusion

• Anchored on the Florida B.E.S.T. benchmarks for fourth grade math

• Captivating and practical scenarios that enrich math learning

• Dual Format - printable task cards and dynamic digital slides

• Versatile Usage - Perfect for lessons, small groups, math centers, games, independent practice, enrichment, and more!

✅ Inside the Package:

Printable Materials - A PDF file including:

• 16 intriguing math task cards [8 problems per standard]

• Each card presents a unique recipe from a different country and poses a fraction-based task related to the recipe's ingredients

• Student Recording Sheets in three varied formats

• Comprehensive reference pages for Florida educators, including benchmark descriptions and CPALMS resource page links

• An answer key to streamline student performance tracking

• Two printing options - vibrant full color or resource-saving black & white

Digital Materials - interactive Google Slides™ and PPT presentations featuring a clickable world map linked to 16 word problems (same as task cards).

*Note: Teachers and students should use presentation mode to interact with the slides.

All cards and slides are marked with the corresponding 4th grade Florida benchmark.

Get a taste of this resource by checking out the PREVIEW images!

✏️ Supported Florida B.E.S.T. Standard & Benchmarks:

• Fractions Standard 1: Develop an understanding of the relationship between different fractions.

• - MA.4.FR.1.3 Identify and generate equivalent fractions, including fractions greater than one. Describe how the numerator and denominator are affected when the equivalent fraction is created.

• - MA.4.FR.1.4 Plot, order and compare fractions, including mixed numbers and fractions greater than one, with different numerators and different denominators.