Fraction Fun by David A. Adler

Fraction Fun

David A. Adler

Candlewick Press · Paperback · January 1, 1996

Would you rather eat 1/4 of a pizza or 1/8 of a pizza?

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Who it’s for
A straightforward introduction makes fraction names, meanings, recognition, and comparison feel approachable.
Themes
Learning basic fractions
Genres
Fractions, Counting & Numbers, Arithmetic

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About this book

Would you rather eat 1/4 of a pizza or 1/8 of a pizza? Find 3/4 of a dollar or 1/10 of a dollar? Confused? You don't have to be! Fractions are made easy in this simple and hands-on math concept book. You'll learn what the top and bottom numbers are called, and what they mean. You will also find out how to recognize and compare different fractions. Just follow the clear instructions and you will learn the most important thing of all -- that fractions can be fun!

Fractions Made Clear

A straightforward introduction makes fraction names, meanings, recognition, and comparison feel approachable.

Come here for

  • Clear explanations of what the top and bottom numbers mean
  • Comparing fractions through familiar pizza and dollar examples

Expect

  • Hands-on instruction focused on recognizing and comparing fractions
  • An accessible way into a sometimes-confusing math concept

Where it sits

Fractions100%
Counting & Numbers37%
Arithmetic36%

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Publisher categories

  • Counting & Numbers
  • Math
  • Fractions
Authors
David A. Adler
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Published
January 1, 1996
Format
Paperback
Theme
Learning basic fractions
Reading lane
Counting & Numbers