Fractions & Decimals

 

Fraction and Decimal Connections

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We are working on the connections between fractions and decimals. Decimals and fractions represent the same thing: a number that is not exactly a whole number. To convert fractions to decimals, decimals need to have a 10 or 100 in the denominator. Then you just plug it into the correct place value.

              
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.5 = 5/10  <-- Hey, this guy reduces!
.5 = 5/10 = (5/10) / (5/5) = 1/2     So, .5 = 1/2

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Here are some games that will help practice this skill:

Model Decimals and Fractions

Matching Game

Puppy Chase

Please let me know if you have any questions.

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