A Game Involving Fraction Squares

Abstract

Fractions are a major area of concept and skill study in elementary school mathematics. The game in this article helps students practice many of these concepts and skills in a motivational and informal setting. The major concepts covered by this game include identifying fractions, equivalent fractions, and improper fractions; performing operations with fractions; and reading and writing numerals for fractions. This game also helps develop number sense and uses models to explore operation sense with fractions. The emphasis is on developing and understanding fraction concepts and operations.