Exploring Fractions with Pattern Blocks

Unlock an effective teaching strategy for using pattern blocks to explore fraction concepts in this Teacher Perspectives video for educators.
Resource ID#: 211713 Type: Perspectives Video: Teaching Idea
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 3
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Keywords: fractions, pattern blocks, fraction manipulatives, value of fractions, one whole, equivalent fractions, adding fractions, subtracting fractions, fractions greater than one, improper fractions
Instructional Component Type(s): Perspectives Video: Teaching Idea
Resource Collection: Perspective Videos: Math Teaching Ideas

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