This lesson, which includes an applet with virtual fraction bars, contains material to introduce the following fractions concepts: understanding the relationship between the whole and the fractions, equivalent fractions, ordering and comparing fractions, basic addition and subtraction of fractions, and different fraction size notations.

Objectives:

• Have a strong understanding of fractions and will be familiar with the three different notations: fractions, decimals, and percents.
• Have a good understanding of equivalent fractions.
• Be able to compare and order fractions.
• Understand basic addition and subtraction of fractions.