Decimals as Expressions of Fractions

TEKS & Objectives

7.1 Mathematical process standards. The student uses mathematical processes to acquire and demonstrate mathematical understanding. 

7.4 Proportionality. The student applies mathematical process standards to represent and solve problems involving proportional relationships. 

We will relate decimals to fractions.

I will express fractions as decimals by applying place values.

1. Complete warmup.

2. Watch video.

GG Introduction to Decimals (Tenths & Hundredths) 3-5

3. Try it yourself.

Intro to decimals 2pg

4. Stack cups!

Take turns stacking cups. Compare your times.

Remember:

.5 or 5/10 is the same as 1/2!

5. “Intro to Decimals: Minions Math”

6. Practice at Brainzy.

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Lesson Resources

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