Lessons for 4.NF.A.2
Benchmark fractionsFamiliar fractions such as one half and one fourth, used as reference points for judging others.Lesson
Comparing fractions with the same denominator or numeratorWhen the pieces are the same size, the fraction holding more pieces is the larger one.Lesson
Comparing by finding a common denominatorRenaming both fractions in matching pieces so the counts can be compared directly.Lesson
Comparing against a benchmarkDeciding which side of one half each fraction falls on and comparing from there.Lesson
Equal shares and naming the wholeThe parts a fraction counts have to be the same size, or the name of the fraction means nothing.Lesson
Common denominators and the least common denominatorRewriting both fractions so their pieces match, before comparing, adding or dividing.Lesson
Printable Worksheets
Benchmark fractions worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Comparing fractions with the same denominator or numerator worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Comparing by finding a common denominator worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Comparing against a benchmark worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Equal shares and naming the whole worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Common denominators and the least common denominator worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview